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Discovery Toxicology at BMS plays an essential role in evaluating early target liabilities and progressing optimized drug candidates from research programs. The department includes an in vivo studies group who work with scientists to design, execute and interpret hazard identification and mechanisms of toxicity in support of discovery programs. The team works in a collaborative and cross-functional environment. The In Vivo Discovery Toxicology Scientist performs diversified work that requires both dexterity and critical thinking to plan, modify, and execute in vivo studies, and interpret and report data. Additional specific responsibilities are not limited to carrying out critical phases of various procedures such as the following:
- Coordinate and implement the activities associated with in vivo discovery toxicology studies using small and large animals ensuring compliance with all animal use guidelines and ethical standards for animal research. This will include all aspects of the in-life phase of studies, such as study set up, test article preparation and administration, animal observation, sample collection, data collection and documentation.
- Serve as a study coordinator, working directly with Discovery Toxicologists and cross-functional team members on protocol development providing expertise to appropriately manage design and activities for non-GLP discovery toxicology studies. Responsible for assisting in authoring non-GLP study protocols and post-study reporting of all information to discovery toxicologists and research groups as needed via physical reports or electronic media.
- Work with appropriate cross-functional teams within Pharmaceutical Candidate Optimization (PCO) and Discovery Biology to facilitate the coordination of, or provide advice on, study activities to understand study rationale and assure the design addresses the study objectives. Coordinate closely with appropriate bioanalytical and DMPK scientists for primary study endpoints of pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism and pharmacodynamics.
- Identify, communicate, and troubleshoot issues that arise during toxicology studies in close collaboration with Veterinarians. This will include potential toxicity issues, logistical issues and or issues requiring new methods needed to scientifically evaluate the impact of the test article on the test system.
- Provide technical assistance in necropsy and gross pathology of small and large animals as well as small and large animal surgery.
- Potential responsibilities for contributing to Animal Care and Use Protocols (ACUP) for IACUC submissions as the need arises for amendments and reviews.
- Opportunities to identify and implement new in vivo processes or procedures, including the development of pertinent SOPs.
- Required to participate in employee training and continued participation in ongoing training and education programs as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of knowledge and expertise in relevant disciplines, i.e. animal science/research, laboratory animal handling and care, general toxicology/gross pathology.
- Familiarity with both small and large animal models and proficient in vivo skills and techniques, including handling, dosing and sample collection.
- Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and ethical standards for animal research.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to work as part of team, in conjunction with collaborators and independently.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal communication and collaboration skills.
- Knowledge of basic software tools including applications for data review and presentation (Excel, Powerpoint, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Experience using laboratory data collection systems.
- Background in animal study conduct, particularly pharmacology and/or toxicology with hands-on experience in designing and conducting toxicology studies.
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Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With 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 individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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