Alan Cronk
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Accomplished manager and scientist with extensive experience at Bristol Myers Squibb, specializing in cell and gene therapy. Expertise in molecular techniques and the implementation of quality control assays and protocols drives significant improvements in clinical QC processes. Proven track record in enhancing molecular lab workflows and leading technology transfers showcases a commitment to operational excellence. Exceptional analytical skills, combined with a dedication to innovation in healthcare, position as a valuable asset to any forward-thinking organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Clinical Critical Reagents QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
Warren, NJ
07.2025 - Current
- Created the clinical QC critical reagent team within the Warren, NJ site. Duties included onboarding and training new team members, establishing all workflows for the team, and training on various critical reagent processes.
- Responsible for overseeing the generation, qualification, and use of critical reagents within the clinical QC space.
- Supported two BMS sites with critical reagents for testing of multiple clinical phase cell and gene therapy programs
- Generated and qualified critical reagents for a variety of assay types including Flow Cytometry, qPCR and ddPCR based assays, ELISA, Mycoplasma, Purity assays and Cellular-based assays.
Scientist, Analytical Testing and Data Network
Bristol Myers Squibb
Warren, NJ
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Led molecular characterization testing for various clinical stage cell and gene therapy drug products.
- Responsible for the implementation of LVV and AAV vector testing to the team.
- Assisted with the development of automated molecular QC release assays and the bridging studies for manual to automated testing.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Senior Associate Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
Warren, NJ
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Responsible for clinical release testing of cell and gene therapy projects. Release testing in a variety of molecular pathways including DNA isolation, qPCR, ddPCR, and ELISA.
- Trained on and qualified release methods surrounding cell culture for in process vector manufacturing.
- Implemented the release of two labs, a clean reagent prep lab for PCR and a Vector testing lab that handles wild type virus.
Associate Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
Warren, NJ
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Responsible for clinical release testing of cell and gene therapy projects.
- Release testing in a variety of molecular pathways including DNA isolation, qPCR, ddPCR, and ELISA.
- Trained on and qualified release methods surrounding cell culture for in process vector manufacturing.
Assistant Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
Syracuse, NY
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Led testing within the GMP commercial microbiology lab for the Syracuse BMS site.
- Implemented and qualified new methods for both endotoxin and genetic sequencing of bacteria and molds.
- Created raw material testing standards used for multiple BMS sites and helped to implement automation within the various labs.
Microbiologist, QC
HireGenics (BMS Account)
Syracuse, NY
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Tested as an analyst within a GMP commercial microbiology laboratory. Completed on-time commercial testing within areas such as bioburden, endotoxin, microcount, PCR based MVM virus testing, and genetic sequencing for molds and bacteria.
- Completed all raw materials testing for manufacturing as well as water testing for the site.
Lab Services Assistant
Jones Lang Lasalle Inc (BMS Account)
Syracuse, NY
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Created media, reagents, and supplies for a GMP commercial microbiology laboratory.
- Operated several labs alone to accommodate the needs of a 24/7 micro team and insured that all commercial testing was performed adequately and on-time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
State University of New York At Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05.2017
Skills
- Data analysis
- Performance management
- Staff training and development
- Molecular Techniques (qPCR/ddPCR)
- Flow Cytometry
- AAV/LVV Vector Testing
- GMP
- Characterization Testing
- Technology Transfers
- Assay Qualification
Timeline
Manager Clinical Critical Reagents QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
07.2025 - Current
Scientist, Analytical Testing and Data Network
Bristol Myers Squibb
07.2024 - 07.2025
Senior Associate Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
10.2022 - 07.2024
Associate Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
08.2020 - 10.2022
Assistant Scientist, QC
Bristol Myers Squibb
10.2018 - 08.2020
Microbiologist, QC
HireGenics (BMS Account)
03.2018 - 10.2018
Lab Services Assistant
Jones Lang Lasalle Inc (BMS Account)
10.2017 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
State University of New York At Stony Brook