Co-Op - Discovery Immunology (Spring 2025)
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Princeton
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Working with UsChallenging. 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:
.Position SummaryThe Discovery Immunology group within the
Immunology and Cardiovascular Thematic Research Center (ICV-TRC) at
BMS are dedicated to developing and utilizing cutting-edge
technologies to identify and validate therapeutics to treat
patients with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.We are seeking a
highly motivated individual who is passionate about science and
eager to gain hands-on research experience in a team-oriented,
fast-paced setting. During this 6-month program, you will work
closely with a mentor on an exciting project, learning and applying
various cellular, molecular, genetic, and immunological techniques
to validate the role specific genes play in inflammatory diseases.
You will be mentored in developing critical thinking, laboratory
skills, data and literature analysis, and presentation/verbal
communication skills. Additionally, you will have opportunities to
collaborate across disciplines, to broaden your understanding of
target identification and drug development.A Co-op position within
the Discovery Immunology team will contribute meaningfully to the
validation and progression of novel therapies aimed at treating
patients. This is a valuable opportunity for a student to perform
innovative work, learn about the drug development process, and
develop educational and technical skills for application in a
scientific career path.Key Responsibilities
- Actively contribute to discovery project which is aligned with
Immunology Research objectives and participate in BMS Co-op program
requirements.
- Isolation and culture of purified primary mammalian immune
cells.
- Design and perform genetic knockout experiments in primary
immune cells using an established CRISPR/Cas9 gene knockout
system.
- Assess the function and phenotype of genetically edited immune
cells using molecular techniques (Nucleic Acid Isolation, PCR,
ELISA, Western Blot, and qPCR), in vitro co-culture assays, and
multiparameter flow cytometry.
- Analyze, compile, and present results when necessary to the
appropriate forums.
- Maintain an electronic record of all experiments and resulting
data.Qualifications & Experience
- Completed 2+ years of a relevant life science undergraduate
degree or be enrolled in a relevant graduate level degree program.
- Prior relevant research experience including mammalian tissue
culture required.
- Experience in molecular techniques (RT-PCR, western blot, etc.)
preferred.
- A general practical or theoretical understanding of immunology
is preferred.
- Possess a high level of critical thinking, high energy,
independence, a strong desire to learn new techniques, and the
ability to work in a highly dynamic research organization.
- Minimum three (3) semesters of laboratory course work.
- Strong academic record (--- 3.0 GPA).
- Able to commit to continuous full-time employment from
January-July/August.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
- Must be willing to work with human and mouse primary tissues.
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 CareersWith 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 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. 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 . Visit 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.If
you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for
this position, please visit this page for important additional
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