Clinical Manufacturing Associate II, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA

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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: Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself accelerate your career and give new hope to patients theres no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.

The Clinical Manufacturing Associate II Cell Therapy brings enthusiasm intellectual curiosity scientific rigor and a desire to help drive novel programs. The Associate must be goal-oriented flexible and able to work efficiently with safety and quality in mind. The Associate must be enthusiastic and innovative individuals with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices to support Clinical Manufacturing Start Up activities and direct manufacturing operations for Clinical Cell Therapy.

Shifts Available:

Monday - Friday to start will transition to 4 X 10s in 2026

Responsibilities:

• Performing Clinical patient process unit operations and supporting operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records.
• Demonstrates strong practical and theoretical knowledge of work
• Completing documentation required by process transfer protocols validation protocols standard operating procedures and batch records.
• Solving simple problems; taking new perspectives using existing solutions
• Identifies innovative solutions
• Performing tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies quality systems and cGMP requirements.
• Completing training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
• Referencing Batch Records Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions to successfully complete manufacturing operations.
• Executing daily unit operations schedule that includes people product and material flow across multiple shifts.
• Working in a cleanroom environment and performing aseptic processing; maintaining manufacturing environmental conditions (Non-Viable Particulate(s) and Viable microbial levels per controlled area classification specifications) by performing area disinfection regiment as required to meet global Health Authority requirements.
• Collaborating with support groups on recommendations and solving technical and operational problems.
• Assisting in setting up manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures. Perform facility and equipment commissioning activities.
• Any related tasks as required to contribute to a new startup facility.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing is preferred.
• Driven and motivated individual to learn and execute Cell Therapy Manufacturing operations.
• Must have the ability to work assigned shift (Day Night Weekends and/or Holidays).
• Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing
• Must be comfortable working with human blood components.
• Must be able to be in close proximity to strong magnets.
• Must be able to travel to train and develop at other BMS Sites. Travel durations typically a week or less.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma and 2 years of experience in cGMP bioprocessing manufacturing cell therapy manufacturing or relevant experience
• Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline is preferred
• GMP Compliance experience knowledge of Data Integrity and ALCOA principles and direct application of them.
• Experience in cell therapy manufacturing including cell washing processes cell separation processes cryopreservation processes cell expansion processes using incubators and bioreactors and automated equipment.
• Experience with aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Stand and Walk - Required to stand/walk while operating manufacturing/computer equipment for several hours at a time throughout the day.
• Carrying weight Pushing Pulling Lifting - Required to carry lift push and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times a day while handling production equipment and/or materials.
• Climb - Required to climb (use of stepladders in production areas or stairwells) several times a day.
• Bend and Kneel - Required to bend or kneel several times a day.
• Overhead work - Required to perform overhead reaching during handling of production materials/files/supplies up to 25 pounds several times a day throughout the day.
• Moving Head and Neck Required movement of head/neck while using computer applications and handling of production equipment and materials several times a day throughout the day.
• Twisting - Required movement of twisting waist while setting up equipment several times a day throughout the day.
• Repetitive Use - Required repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing several times a day throughout the day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily. This may include but not limited to: safety shoes safety glasses aprons face shields lab coats full body gowns hairnets gloves and hearing protection.

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