Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology at Bristol Myers Squibb in Leiden, NL

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands Bristol Myers Squibb has been active in the Dutch market for over 50 years, employing people across a range of activities and business units in Utrecht, The Netherlands. The Netherlands is also home to our first European Cell Therapy facility, located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life sciences cluster of The Netherlands. This new state of the art facility is focused on commercial manufacturing with capabilities for multi-product Cell Therapy manufacturing. You can become part of this exciting journey. Check out this video if you want to know more about it! The Netherlands has everything it takes to become the medicines hub of Europe, the so-called Boston by the North Sea. As we continue to expand our footprint by building this new site, we are looking to grow our team. Would you like to become an important chain in our worldwide network to bring this new personalized treatment to patients suffering from blood cancer? Join us and be a game changer! For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands, visit us at bms.com/nl or careers.bms.com/nl Position Summary Responsible for supporting QC testing for in-process, final product, stability samples and for supporting environmental and facility monitoring, including data review/verification. Perform method troubleshooting, training, and transfer/validation. Execute document revisions, projects, deviations/investigations/CAPA, and continuous improvement efforts. NOTE: this is on-site and on shift role. No remote work available. Key Responsibilities Perform method transfer/ verification/ validation, routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples. Perform environmental/facilities monitoring and microbiological testing. Anticipate and perform routine troubleshooting and problem solving with minimal guidance. Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for general and complex methods. Perform document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts. Train and mentor others on QC test methods, processes, and procedures. Perform other tasks as assigned. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced degree preferred. Netherlands: MLO level 4 required. 4+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment. Demonstrated experience with microbiological techniques Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements. Demonstrated technical writing skills. High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical. Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work. Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred. Disclaimer: For any third parties or external agencies, please, be informed we do not accept unsolicited requests, proposals, applications or profiles for any of our roles at BMS. Why You Should Apply Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual tale