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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 .
QC Microbiology Product Testing Intern
Inspire and be inspired. We offer a variety of opportunities for undergraduate and post-graduate students to use your talent, skills, education and passion to help make an impact on patient's lives – all while growing your career and earning academic credit.
Our Internship Programme gives you a real opportunity to gain practical 'hands-on' experience, training and shadow the experts of your chosen field. It also provides you with insight into what it's like to work with us.
We will place you in a six, nine or twelve month Internship Programme depending on the requirements of your degree course. So, are you ready to embark on a new adventure? We can't wait to see what you're made of!
During your placement asQC Microbiology Product Testing Internyou will get exposure to various Quality Control activities such as:
Performing Bioburden testing on Utility samples, Drug Substance and Raw Materials within required hold times.
Performing Bacterial Endotoxin Testing on Utility samples, Drug Substance and Drug Product within required hold times.
Performing Growth Promotion testing of media lots entering the laboratory.
Carrying out identifications of Microorganisms isolated post testing activities.
Carrying out the Minute Mouse Virus by PCR for in-process samples.
Performing compendial verification, method transfer/validation, and routine testing of in-process, drug substance and drug product samples in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements.
Completing all laboratory documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and Registered Specifications.
Assisting in authoring and reviewing documentation, including SOPs.
Providing support to other departments to ensure qualification and production schedules are adhered to.
Reviewing Batch paperwork, and reconciliation of analysis performed in the laboratory.
Ensuring that any alert/action limit excursions are investigated according to site procedures.
Ensuring a high standard of housekeeping and safety is maintained in the laboratory.
Performing any other activities as indicated by the Microbiology Manager.
What Qualities Are We Looking For?
We are looking for highly motivated individuals who can collaborate in teams and have the willingness to learn.
Biotechnology, Microbiology, Science / Biology, Chemistry or related discipline of study.
Passionate about the biopharma sector and innovation in healthcare.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Energetic, collaborative and dedicated.
Applications close: Friday 30 September 2024
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
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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