Bristol Myers Squibb
Associate Director, Hypercell, Development Strategy Lead
Bristol Myers Squibb, Summit, New Jersey, us, 07902
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Associate Director, Hypercell, Development Strategy Lead
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Bristol Myers Squibb
Working with Us: Challenging. 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.
Position Summary The Hypercell team is driving transformation across Cell Therapy by streamlining supporting processes through digital, automation, and AI‑enabled solutions. The Development Strategy Lead will work directly with the development team for GO‑Solo (BMS built automated solution for cell therapy manufacturing and quality control) & Brickyard (internalized suspension vector manufacturing) to ensure a seamless transition from development to commercialization with a focus on Hypercell capability. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the GO‑Solo & Brickyard processes seamlessly integrate into Hypercell’s mission to reduce complexity, eliminate duplication, and improve cost‑effectiveness across the network.
Key Responsibilities
Core team member for Brickyard & GO‑Solo teams focused on Hypercell considerations across program development
Develop a data pipeline for Brickyard & GO‑Solo incorporating learnings from current state programs and data availability
Develop a holistic strategy for development programs to transition into commercial with integrated data availability for improved process understanding
Collaborate with the Cell Therapy Automation team to deliver a cohesive strategy for unified data model integration to enable use in Hypercell developed automated systems – validation protocols/reports, investigations, real‑time modeling/response, and potentially development reports
Work closely with Business Insights & Technology (BI&T) colleagues to build unified data models and enable automated report writing using available source data
Support the development and deployment of AI‑facing tools that deliver innovative and efficient solutions for end users across the business
Partner with digital and automation leads to integrate smart technologies into supporting processes
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field
8-10 years of experience in cell therapy or biologics manufacturing, with hands‑on expertise in PPQ, deviations, change control, statistical monitoring, and APQRs
Strong understanding of GMP regulations and regulatory expectations for advanced therapies
Experience with process development approaches and execution
Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., JMP, Minitab, Python)
Excellent communication, project management, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with digital manufacturing platforms, automation technologies, and AI‑driven process optimization
Familiarity with tech transfer across global sites and external partners
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive strategic initiatives
Compensation Overview Starting compensation ranges vary by location: $185,580 – $224,880 in Devens, MA; $190,780 – $231,184 in Seattle, WA; $173,440 – $210,172 in Summit West, NJ. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bristol Myers Squibb is an Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative action, and affirmative action employer. We meet federally mandated laws and regulations, including the U.S. Federal, State, and local laws that promote diversity, inclusion, and culture. We actively encourage and provide equal opportunity for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and applicant privileges as specified in applicable laws.
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Associate Director, Hypercell, Development Strategy Lead
role at
Bristol Myers Squibb
Working with Us: Challenging. 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.
Position Summary The Hypercell team is driving transformation across Cell Therapy by streamlining supporting processes through digital, automation, and AI‑enabled solutions. The Development Strategy Lead will work directly with the development team for GO‑Solo (BMS built automated solution for cell therapy manufacturing and quality control) & Brickyard (internalized suspension vector manufacturing) to ensure a seamless transition from development to commercialization with a focus on Hypercell capability. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the GO‑Solo & Brickyard processes seamlessly integrate into Hypercell’s mission to reduce complexity, eliminate duplication, and improve cost‑effectiveness across the network.
Key Responsibilities
Core team member for Brickyard & GO‑Solo teams focused on Hypercell considerations across program development
Develop a data pipeline for Brickyard & GO‑Solo incorporating learnings from current state programs and data availability
Develop a holistic strategy for development programs to transition into commercial with integrated data availability for improved process understanding
Collaborate with the Cell Therapy Automation team to deliver a cohesive strategy for unified data model integration to enable use in Hypercell developed automated systems – validation protocols/reports, investigations, real‑time modeling/response, and potentially development reports
Work closely with Business Insights & Technology (BI&T) colleagues to build unified data models and enable automated report writing using available source data
Support the development and deployment of AI‑facing tools that deliver innovative and efficient solutions for end users across the business
Partner with digital and automation leads to integrate smart technologies into supporting processes
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field
8-10 years of experience in cell therapy or biologics manufacturing, with hands‑on expertise in PPQ, deviations, change control, statistical monitoring, and APQRs
Strong understanding of GMP regulations and regulatory expectations for advanced therapies
Experience with process development approaches and execution
Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., JMP, Minitab, Python)
Excellent communication, project management, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with digital manufacturing platforms, automation technologies, and AI‑driven process optimization
Familiarity with tech transfer across global sites and external partners
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive strategic initiatives
Compensation Overview Starting compensation ranges vary by location: $185,580 – $224,880 in Devens, MA; $190,780 – $231,184 in Seattle, WA; $173,440 – $210,172 in Summit West, NJ. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bristol Myers Squibb is an Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative action, and affirmative action employer. We meet federally mandated laws and regulations, including the U.S. Federal, State, and local laws that promote diversity, inclusion, and culture. We actively encourage and provide equal opportunity for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and applicant privileges as specified in applicable laws.
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