New · posted Oct 23
Bristol Myers Squibb · Biotechnology
Associate, Quality Control, Cell Therapy
- Bothell, WA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Closes Oct 27, 2026 · 5 days left
The role
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.
The primary focus of the Associate, Quality Control (QC) role will be to perform GMP testing to support product release and in-process testing. This role will also provide technical support and troubleshooting for analytical or microbiological tests.
- Perform or support cGMP activities, such as but not limited to, sample management, product testing, raw material release, environmental monitoring sample collection and processing, and system and equipment maintenance support.
- Support sample management.
- Support assay transfer and method validation.
- Identify and facilitate continuous improvement projects.
- Identify and initiate Deviations, CAPA’s and Laboratory Investigations.
- Ensure timely completion of testing and tasks as assigned.
Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.
What you need
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 0-2 years of regulated industry experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated experience with basic laboratory techniques and laboratory safety practices.
- Detail oriented with ability to work in a high-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple projects.
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Computer proficiency as well as the ability to master new software programs.
- Experience working a GMP environment is preferred.
Pay
$73,403 – $88,962 a year
Employer provided$35.29 – $42.77 an hour · yearly at 2,080 hours (40 a week)
How this comparesCompensation Overview
Bothell - WA - US: $35.29 - $42.77per hour
The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
Where you'll work
Bothell, WAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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Supporting People with Disabilities
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 [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
For roles based in Los Angeles County only: If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
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Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 23, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 38% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in the US125 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $73,403 | — | $88,962 |
| All US (middle half) | $49,000 | $59,000 | $76,000 |
This role: Bristol Myers Squibb's own published range, converted to a year at 2,080 hours. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 23, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 324 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Bristol Myers Squibb's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 17 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Lab testing and methods8
- Collaboration and leadership4
- GMP and compliance3
- Investigations and CAPA1
- Validation and qualification1
- Quality systems and risk1
- Data and digital systems1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
Company hiring pulse
Bristol Myers Squibb on Regulatory Jobs
- 50
- Open roles
- 48
- Distinct roles
- 10
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality42 84%
- Regulatory8 16%
By level
- Senior & Principal19 38%
- Associate & Specialist12 24%
- Manager10 20%
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Associate, Quality Control, Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb
Applications close October 27. $73K–$89K a year, employer provided.