Senior Specialist, QC Projects & Trending

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. Key Responsibilities Analytical Trending & Method Performance · Define, schedule, coordinate, and drive activities required for completion of all Annual Product Quality Reviews (APQRs) and annual trend reports, ensuring timely delivery in line with due dates · Contribute to the Cruiserath Method Performance Monitoring Programme, incorporating reference standard monitoring and invalid rate tracking · Conduct trend assessments in collaboration with relevant Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), ensuring outcomes are clearly documented and actioned · Manage the addition of new products to the trending programme following successful transfer to the Cruiserath QC teams · Approve SOPs, trend data, non-conformance reports, and related documentation in accordance with GMP requirements Digital Scheduling & Continuous Improvement Projects · Support and execute activities in line with QCSAS roadmap for QC Trending, ensuring alignment with site and global procedures. · Provide oversight and support for QC digital scheduling using Smart QC and digital tools, ensuring solutions remain compliant, fit for purpose, and aligned across QC functions. · Support the QC teams with continuous improvement projects as part of the QC Projects team portfolio. · Support Lean labs and automated scheduling tool process improvements. · Project management of projects assigned to self, including planning, tracking, communication and escalations where needed. · Strategically plan and implement procedures and systems to maximise operating efficiency through the use of Operational Excellence tools. Stakeholder Engagement & Compliance · Maintain current knowledge of corporate and industry requirements, regulatory guidance, and compliance trends as they relate to QC Trending and aseptic manufacturing · Participate in regulatory agency inspections and support inspection readiness activities as required Qualifications & Experience Essential · Minimum B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a closely related discipline · At least 2 years' experience in a GMP laboratory environment, ideally within a biologics setting · Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of working with teams and influencing decisions. · A strong knowledge of laboratory operation, in particular training and testing requirements from receipt to CoA is required. · Proven ability to work flexibly within a team environment and adapt to changing business needs Desirable · Experience with Smart QC (SQC) platform and/or QC project management · Involvement in project scoping and tracking. · Experience leading cross-functional teams and knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements is desirable. Key Competencies · Technical Expertise – In-depth understanding of GMP analytical trending and QC systems · Communication – Clear, confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills · Compliance Focus – Thorough understanding of regulatory expectations and inspection readiness · Collaboration – Proven ability to contribute to and lead within a team-based, collaborative environment Why you should apply You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees. 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