Assistant Scientist, Lab Operations

Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.Position SummaryThe Lab Operations team is seeking an Assistant Scientist to join our team.  The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining equipment in the Cell Therapy Development & Operations labs.  They will play a key role in troubleshooting equipment, escalating corrective maintenance, and scheduling preventative maintenance events.  This candidate will also be involved in managing data, contributing continuous improvement using Lean/5S principles, and artificial intelligence where possible.  Key ResponsibilitiesEquipment Lifecycle ManagementEvaluate capital purchasing of new assets.Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on lab instruments (e.g., biosafety cabinets, temperature-sensitive units, analyzers, pipettes)Respond to emergent equipment issues and implement corrective actionsOperational SupportClean and sterilize lab equipmentAssist with lab organization and efficiency efforts with automation of routine tasksTrack and manage equipment moves and calibration schedules (e.g., pipette calibration events)Operations Excellence work with 5S and Lean Principles to drive laboratory efficiency and continuous improvement.Collaboration & Communication:Interface with warehouse, facilities, EH&S, and end-user groups to ensure compliance and operational continuityCoordinate with external vendors for preventive and corrective service measuresCoordinate and attend meetings as a SME for operational functions.Qualifications Bachelor’s or equivalentDemonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams, meet deadlines, and prioritize projects1-2 years of experience working in a scientific laboratory environmentDesired skills: Microsoft ecosystem, continuous improvement mindset, familiarity with scientificIf you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.Compensation Overview:Seattle - WA: $77,960 - $94,472 The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/. Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.​Work-life benefits include:Paid Time OffUS Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidaysBased on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our