16 Oct
Manager, IT Laboratory Systems
New Jersey, Summit , 07901 Summit USA

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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.

The Manager of Cell Therapy IT Laboratory Systems, supports the successful implementation of benchtop systems with the QC laboratories and manufacturing shopfloor benchtop systems through interaction with internal team members, peer and higher level customers as well as external service providers. The individual is responsible for coordinating and supporting the development and implementation of laboratory benchtop systems. The individual will support multiple IT projects/systems and ongoing work activities of moderate to high complexity. The individual will answer questions and resolve IT issues for QC and manufacturing benchtop systems.

Reporting into the IT organization the candidate will be primarily responsible for owning and managing the IT support for implementation of QC laboratories and Manufacturing benchtop systems. This individual will be the primary Point of Contact (POC) for any IT requests related to benchtop systems in Cell Therapy.

The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in pharma/biotech with specific expertise in supporting QC laboratory and manufacturing benchtop systems. The candidate needs to have an understanding of QC and shop floor systems and activities and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Provide Point of Contact (POC) services to benchtop business system owners for IT services

  • Collaborate with other IT service groups to provide Support for IT requests for benchtop systems

  • Coordinates Support activities related to benchtop systems

  • Support the IT Life Cycle Management (LCM) program as well as the roadmap for all bench top systems

  • Support Periodic reviews of Benchtop systems (as required)

  • Support internal and regulatory inspections related to benchtop system (as required)

Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical team members.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, especially regarding:

    • Teamwork and collaboration

    • Client focus

    • Verbal and written communication

  • Knowledge of Cell Therapy Facility (CTF) IT Architecture and IT Infrastructure including Networks, Servers, HMIs, Printers, Scanners, Switches, Firewall rules, Domains, etc.

  • Knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, including 21CFR part 11, and good documentation practices.

  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing and laboratory systems and equipment that support Biologics and clinical manufacturing.

  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

  • Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, business results-driven environment.

  • Knowledge of IT Life Cycle Management (LCM).

  • Understanding of computer system validation.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or MIS discipline or commensurate experience.

  • Must have experience with supporting the implementation of Benchtop system used in QC laboratories and Manufacturing shop floor and IT Life Cycle Management (LCM) in a bio-tech manufacturing environment.

  • Must have 5+ years of hands-on experience in a biotech manufacturing and supply chain environment.

  • Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and how they relate to existing and new business systems and practices, primarily GxP.

  • Sound understanding of a Cell Therapy QC and Manufacturing facility.

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.

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

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.

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