Senior Scientist, Protein Homeostasis Structural Biology

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BMS is a leader in the discovery and development of novel therapies that exploit targeted protein degradation. Structural biology is critical to our protein homeostasis (PH) research. High quality 3D structures of proteins and protein complexes involved in Ubiquitin/Proteasome System-mediated degradation enable our scientists to understand mechanisms of action, design ligands or drug molecules, and make predictions about new biological targets for our drug discovery efforts. A deep focus in Oncology puts our resources squarely on projects of intense biomedical interest.

Job Description

The Scientist will perform and lead research within a talented group of structural biologists and will focus their experience and expertise in the PH field. There is opportunity to have a real-time, high value impact on the ongoing projects as well as chart the future of our research efforts by capitalizing on structural insights, for example by uncovering mechanisms of action, defining binding modes, and identifying target degrons. The leader will interface with chemistry, biology, proteomics, and Computational-Aided Drug Design scientists working on our PH projects. There are additional opportunities to interact with structural biology Scientists at other BMS sites. We are seeking a passionate scientist who strives to bring impactful structural biology insights to bear on a burgeoning portfolio of PH targets, with the goal of bringing novel therapies to patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on studies resulting in novel structures for CRBN E3 Ligase Modulators (CELMoDs) and Ligand Directed Degraders (LDDs)
  
• Lead structural biology efforts pursuing novel ligands for ubiquitin ligases and PH targets
  
• Represent the PH Structural Biology Team at project level and departmental meetings
  
• Lead and participate in departmental initiatives and represent PH Structural Biology on cross-functional initiatives / work streams / taskforce
  
• Work with managers and peers to develop innovative structural biology methodologies and approaches to enable drug discovery in the PH field
  

Required Qualifications

• A PhD and postdoctoral research with relevant training and demonstrated expertise in x-ray crystallography, some knowledge of NMR and/or Cryo-EM is a plus
  
• At least 3 years of experience in an academic and/or industrial setting innovating strategies to structurally characterize protein/protein and/or protein/ligand complexes
  
• In-depth knowledge of current practices, instrumentation, and issues for answering key structural biology questions with a focus on protein complexes and enzymes
  
• Working knowledge of proteomics, protein expression, and protein purification
  
• Strong written and oral communication skills to deliver scientific results and presentations clearly
  
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary team and inspire mutually-beneficial collaborations to drive the development of PH therapeutics
  

Career Development Opportunities:

• Opportunities to manage and grow a group of scientists over time
  
• Opportunities to learn new scientific skills through active collaborations across the organization
  

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