Associate Scientist I – Microbiological & Environmental Monitoring Full-time

Associate Scientist I – Microbiological & Environmental Monitoring

Reporting to the Director of Microbiology, the Associate Scientist I supports the routine operation of a Quality Control Microbiology laboratory supporting radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. This role performs routine microbiological release testing, including but not limited to environmental monitoring, bioburden, and media qualification, in accordance with approved methods, SOPs, and cGMP requirements. The position works under supervision and focuses on accurate execution, documentation, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Microbiological and Environmental Monitoring Testing

• Perform routine laboratory assay testing in accordance with approved SOPs and compendial requirements, under supervision
• Execute EM sampling (viable air, surface, and personnel) in classified areas per established procedures
• Label, incubate, read, and document test results accurately and in a right-first-time manner
• Promptly notify supervision of atypical results or action/alert level excursions
• Support flexible scheduling, including occasional weekend or off-shift work, as needed

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document all testing activities in laboratory worksheets, logbooks, and electronic systems in a right-first-time manner
• Review data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with SOPs and data integrity expectations
• Support investigations, deviations, and OOS/OOT events by providing timely and accurate laboratory information, under supervision
• Maintain inspection-ready documentation and support internal audits and regulatory inspections as needed

Laboratory Operations & Safety

• Maintain aseptic technique and proper gowning practices during all laboratory and cleanroom activities
• Ensure laboratory equipment, materials, and reagents are within calibration, qualification, and expiry prior to use
• Follow Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and proper waste handling procedures
• Participate in routine laboratory maintenance, cleaning, and inventory activities

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Complete required GMP, safety, and method-specific training prior to independent testing
• Collaborate effectively with peers, supervisors, QA, and cross-functional partners

Education and Experience:

• BS/MS in Biology, Microbiology, or other Life Science related field with up to 0-2 years of relevant experience in production or quality control in a cGMP/FDA regulated facility.
• Experience with sterile manufacturing and/or radiopharmaceuticals strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Highly motivated and organized professional with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Excellent professional ethics, integrity, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Must be comfortable gowning in PPE to work in a cleanroom environment, working with ionizing radiation, and able to lift 40 lbs.

Compensation Overview:

Indianapolis – RayzeBio – IN: $31.07 – $37.64 per hour

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work-life benefits include:

• Paid Time Off: US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are 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.

Candidate Rights

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

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