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Job Description

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 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

Associate Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry

We are seeking talented and motivated M.S. synthetic organic/medicinal chemists who are passionate about joining a world-class group of scientists in the pursuit of innovative therapies at our San Diego, CA location.

The successful candidate will be skilled in the art of organic synthesis and familiar with modern synthetic methods. 

The candidate will have demonstrated success in producing results, executing on synthetic routes to target molecules, analytical data interpretation, and troubleshooting reactions/purifications.

The candidate will show an increasingly independent ability to design synthetic routes, understand medicinal chemistry concepts, and interpret biological data such that s/he is able to generate testable hypotheses, design and synthesize analogues. Good communication skills and a naturally collaborative style are necessary for effective drug discovery team participation.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of academic or industry experience

Preferred: Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with 2+ years industry research experience or Masters Degree
• A strong commitment to experimental work - skilled in multi-step synthesis, route design, purification, and characterization of organic compounds

• Experience with HPLC, NMR, flash chromatography, LCMS instrumentation and interpretation
• Experienced with SciFinder, Chemdraw, Mestra Nova and other chemistry-related software
• Strong desire to embrace the fundamentals of Medicinal Chemistry
• A team player who works effectively within a multidisciplinary organization 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Associate Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry

We are seeking talented and motivated M.S. synthetic organic/medicinal chemists who are passionate about joining a world-class group of scientists in the pursuit of innovative therapies at our San Diego, CA location.

The successful candidate will be skilled in the art of organic synthesis and familiar with modern synthetic methods. 

The candidate will have demonstrated success in producing results, executing on synthetic routes to target molecules, analytical data interpretation, and troubleshooting reactions/purifications.

The candidate will show an increasingly independent ability to design synthetic routes, understand medicinal chemistry concepts, and interpret biological data such that s/he is able to generate testable hypotheses, design and synthesize analogues. Good communication skills and a naturally collaborative style are necessary for effective drug discovery team participation.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of academic or industry experience

Preferred: Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with 2+ years industry research experience or Masters Degree
• A strong commitment to experimental work - skilled in multi-step synthesis, route design, purification, and characterization of organic compounds

• Experience with HPLC, NMR, flash chromatography, LCMS instrumentation and interpretation
• Experienced with SciFinder, Chemdraw, Mestra Nova and other chemistry-related software
• Strong desire to embrace the fundamentals of Medicinal Chemistry
• A team player who works effectively within a multidisciplinary organization 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

For California Sites -  The starting compensation for this job is a range from $79,000 - $95,000, 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.

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.

COVID-19 Information
To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can perform complex functions through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation 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 will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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