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Position: Scientist / Training Coordinator

Location: Brisbane - CA-US

Position Summary

The Non-Clinical Safety and Veterinary Sciences organization enables the safe conduct of clinical studies and marketing applications while applying the core underlying principles of robust science & problem solving, 3R’s (reduce, replace, and refine), animal welfare, and quality & compliance to our nonclinical efforts. While focusing on transforming patients’ lives through science, we intend to be an industry-leading nonclinical safety evaluation, laboratory animal science and medicine organization with high scientific, quality, & employee safety standards.

Here, you’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. You’ll pursue innovative ideas while advancing professionally alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma.

The Veterinary Sciences (VS) department at BMS in Brisbane, CA (BNE), is seeking a Training Coordinator who will provide daily support to the training and competency program in the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate will play an important role in the administrative and technical execution of the training program, which will include assisting in the development and implementation of competency and proficiency standards for Veterinary Sciences and research personnel, as well as performing hands-on training for various bio -methodologies. This individual will also be responsible for performing other tasks to support the animal care and use program as required. As a part of their daily job expectations, the successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines through participation in the Post-Approval Monitoring Program and maintain the appropriate documentation. The candidate will have the opportunity to actively participate in veterinary clinical and technical research support procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of training guidelines to define competency and proficiency standards for a variety of techniques common in rodent-based research.
• Participate in and lead didactic and hands-on training sessions for Veterinary Sciences and research personnel on topics such as animal welfare guidelines and regulations, anesthesia and analgesia, facility policies and procedures, and various bio - methodologies.
• Provides surgical assistance including administration of general anesthesia, surgical preparation, peri-operative care, and investigates and develops anesthesia and analgesia protocols.
• Operates and troubleshoots medical or laboratory equipment (e.g., anesthesia, euthanasia, etc.), and trains other staff in proper use, application, and troubleshooting of this equipment.
• Review relevant Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with external guidelines and regulations governing animal care and use.
• Collaborate with the veterinary and investigative staff on research projects, primarily pre-clinical study conduct; provide support and training on technical procedures for investigative staff; and understand active research activities.
• Support multi-site training program and global animal welfare initiatives.
• Assist with the veterinary clinical program (e.g. rodent health monitoring, triage/documentation of animal health concerns, etc) as needed.
• Partner with EHS and facilities personnel on alignment for training expectations around safety and ergonomics.
• Some travel between domestic BMS sites may be necessary.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree 5+ years of academic / industry experience
• OR Master's Degree 3+ years of academic / industry experience
• OR PhD No experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have an excellent understanding of the biology and be proficient in handling various laboratory animal species including USDA-covered species.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with a team.
• Must have experience with technical procedures including but not limited to PO, SQ, IM, IV, RO and IP treatments; blood and sample collection in common laboratory animal species; use of inhalant and injectable anesthetics; aseptic technique; perioperative care; and necropsy.
• Must have a good understanding of research animal facility operations to include animal welfare practices, husbandry procedures, enrichment programs, and applicable regulations.
• Must be proficient with the use and maintenance of standard equipment within an animal research facility and have demonstrated the ability to train others to operate this equipment.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Must have an understanding of and commitment to the principles of Reduce, Replace, Refine (3R’s)
• Must have a good understanding of the operation and oversight of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and be able to interpret protocols, write protocols and submit amendments.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities including relevant experience in training, coaching, and/or mentoring others
• Proficiency in presentation skills and facilitation of trainings with a strong understanding of adult learning theories
• Demonstrate experience with scheduling and coordination of assigned tasks
• Strong project management skills including experience in facilitating and implementing training related initiatives

• Experience with electronic learning management systems or training record management preferred.
• Bachelors of Science (BS) or equivalent in life sciences or related field of study required
• AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) Certification or equivalent industry experience required
• Registered or Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT) preferred
• AALAS Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) Certification preferred
• Master’s Degree or equivalent preferred

For California Sites -  The starting compensation for this job is a range from $98,000 to $135,300 , plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided based on demonstrated experience. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers site. Eligibility for specific benefits listed in our careers site may vary based on the job and location.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.  

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.

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On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse 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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