Summer 2024 - Nonclinical Research Internship

Job Description

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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 rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

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: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Position Summary

Nonclinical Research at Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking highly motivated undergraduate students interested in a summer internship program that offers scientific research in a team‐orientated and fast‐paced environment. Students will be assigned an exciting project that provides a basis for an industry experience for learning new technologies, developing novel methodology, and/or analyzing literature/data to facilitate the generation of science-driven decisions for specific discovery and development programs. Projects will be offered in both discovery-facing functions and laboratories within Pharmaceutical Candidate Optimization (PCO) and development-facing specialized laboratories and disciplines within Nonclinical Safety (NCS), Veterinary Sciences (VS) and Disposition and Bioanalysis (DB).

The internship will include understanding of the hypothesis-driven investigations that enable scientists to present data that supports informed decision-making throughout the drug discovery and development process. This research directly contributes to greater potential success of drug candidates for patients. These studies can include, but are not limited to: a) understanding toxicity associated with drug target or toxicologically-relevant concerns of a drug candidate, b) the determination of how a drug enters, moves through and exits the body therefore affecting the drug concentration in the body [i.e. Pharmacokinetics], c) current novel needs in bioanalytical and biotransformation methodologies, including LC-MS, Ligand Binding Assays (ELISA), molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, qPCR/ddPCR), and cell culture and cell-based bioassays (Flow Cytometry & Cytokine/Reporter Assays) to support cellular immunology and Gene Therapy programs, d) determining appropriate drug formulations, technologies, and systems for administering a drug, and e) supporting projects related to animal welfare and laboratory animal medicine.

In addition, students will be mentored in development of critical thinking, risk/benefit assessment, multi‐tasking capabilities, scientific writing and presentation skills, and building collaborative relationships. During the 10‐week internship, students will be immersed in the drug discovery and development process and learn about the broader BMS organization. In addition, there will be opportunities to meet with numerous cross-functional team members within Research and Early Development at BMS to explore the various roles and responsibilities that are integrated to develop successful drug discovery pipelines and bring pharmaceuticals through development. BMS provides a competitive salary. In addition, chosen candidates located more than 50 miles from the project-specified BMS location will receive a stipend to cover commuting and housing costs.

For consideration, please submit application by December 4, 2023. For your application to be considered, please include both cover letter and CV/Resume.

Key Responsibilities

• Directly contribute to assigned project with manager support, which is aligned with BMS Nonclinical Research responsibilities and student experiences / goals.
• Responsibilities will vary with assigned project, but can include: laboratory work, literature/data review, and/or computational analyses.
• Active participation in informal networking/mentor meetings and formal symposiums.
• Presentation of overall project and scientific findings at the conclusion of the internship.

Qualifications & Experience

• Undergraduate student, enrolled in an academic program for the Fall of 2024, with demonstrated interest and effort within biology, chemistry, toxicology, computational sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical engineering, veterinary science and related disciplines.
• Undergraduate student should have continued interest in pursuing academic endeavors or a career in the sciences after graduation.
• Availability for full-time employment (40 hrs/week) throughout the 10-week internship period of June 3, 2024 to August 9, 2024 (final dates to be determined).

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 talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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.

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If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

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
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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