Assistant Scientist, QC Digital System Technical Support

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Position Summary

This position is a technical support role within the Lab Digital Sciences organization QC Digital System Technical Support pillar that is responsible for building and maintaining master data, following developed standards in direct support of Global Quality Control Operations that are responsible for testing to support new product introductions, site manufacturing plans, global stability programs, analytical method technical transfer and other non-routine testing.  As an Assistant Scientist, you will ensure compliance with established procedures, methods, specifications, sampling plans, and data reporting requirements that include, and may not be limited to, raw material, water, microbial, biologics drug substance and/or biologics drug product testing, while additionally providing ad hoc technical support to QC labs users to ensure operational and business needs are addressed to ensure timely completion of product release and stability testing to ensure supply of medicines to our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain master data in lab digital systems by following established standards and executing the appropriate change management process to support laboratory testing activities.

• Execute and document appropriate change control associated with the Enterprise system application, which requires knowledge of system interfaces and impact to each other. Consult with more experienced team members as needed to understand system interfaces.
• Collaborate with appropriate laboratory personnel to ensure laboratory needs and requirements are accurate in the lab system setup.
• Test changes/enhancements through dry runs and receive feedback from lab users, when required.

• Execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system functionality changes.

• Contribute to implementing lab system improvements to enhance compliance and the efficiency of laboratory operations (i.e. testing queues, testing metrics monitoring, etc.).to support product release, new products, key performance indicators/lean lab metrics.

• Review user account requests for system access.

• Maintain up to date knowledge on functionality and apply knowledge to enhance site use of the system to ensure efficient operations. 
• Participate on teams in support of business process improvements/lean principles/operational excellence.
• Provide ad hoc support to users for issues/questions on the system.
• Author, revise, and/or review procedural documents, such as SOPs and WIs and contribute to the development of associated training content.
• Assist with integration and training of users and less experienced staff on use of the lab systems.
• Communicate technical issues and activity status updates to team members/direct management.

• Participate on relevant project teams and execute key deliverables as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience
 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific, computer, or engineering program with at least 1-3 years’ experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Basic knowledge and understanding of analytical techniques preferred.
• Basic knowledge in at least one lab system (LIMS, LES, Empower, MODA, CIMS, etc.) or has knowledge of systems / databases/ programming.
• Basic knowledge of databases and/or Microsoft Office Applications (Access, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word) and/or other relevant software programs, preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply cGMPs, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. 
• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential.  Must contribute to a team based, collaborative and positive environment, clarity of purpose and high commitment to business goals.  
• Demonstrated problem solving ability, attention to detail, and analytical thinking skills.   
• Ability to take initiative and prioritize objectives from multiple projects; adhere to scheduled timelines while maintaining flexibility, independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to receive and act on assignments that do have a clearly defined process.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be flexible to adjust workload to adapt to changing business needs

Why you should apply

• You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
• You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including an annual bonus, pension contribution, family medical allowance, 27 days of annual leave, life assurance and on-site gym

 Based on your function, department or individual position, you will have the opportunity to discuss with your Manager the option to work remotely up to 50% of the time, over a two-week period, with the flexibility to choose the days that align with your collaboration needs

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On-site Protocol

BMS has an 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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