James Lim
About James Lim
James Lim is a Senior Specialist, Scientist (QC Materials CAR T) at Bristol Myers Squibb with over 10 years of experience in medical device drug delivery, product development, analytical techniques, and technical writing.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
James Lim currently works at Bristol Myers Squibb as a Senior Specialist, Scientist (QC Materials CAR T) in Summit, New Jersey. In this role, he is responsible for performing testing of incoming raw materials and utilizing scientific principles to assist in analytical testing methods. He conducts samplings and visual inspections in warehouse settings with different temperature zonings. Additionally, he develops, writes, and executes methods, protocols, reports, and other related documents to support the quality control of CAR T materials.
Previous Experience at Halo Pharmaceutical
James Lim worked at Halo Pharmaceutical, Inc. as a Scientist/Technical Writer from 2012 to 2019 in Whippany, NJ. During his seven-year tenure, he specialized in technical writing, including protocol design, report writing, method validation, and method transfer. His role also involved developing and managing document change requests and supporting product development and analytical techniques. His experience at Halo Pharmaceutical provided a strong foundation in both scientific and technical aspects of pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Academic Background
James Lim studied Organic Chemistry at Rutgers University, where he pursued a Masters degree (currently on hold) from 2004 to 2006. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at Kean University from 1998 to 2002. These academic credentials have contributed to his extensive knowledge and proficiency in various laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques.
Laboratory and Technical Proficiency
James Lim is proficient in using a wide array of laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, NGI, ACI, DCU, pH meter, Karl Fischer, FTICR-MS, Dissolution, UV/Vis, IR, Titration, Particle Size Analyzer, Viscometer, and NMR. He is also experienced with software tools such as Empower (HPLC), CITDAS, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. His expertise extends to the use of formulation mixing equipment like KG5 and PX1, and he is knowledgeable in regulatory guidelines including cGMP, cGLP, USP, EP, ICH, FDA, and SOP.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
James Lim has accumulated over 10 years of experience in his field through various roles. He worked at MicroDose Therapeutx as an Associate Scientist II from 2006 to 2012, focusing on medical device drug delivery and product development. Prior to that, he served as an Intern at Merck in 2004 for two months and as an Analyst at Chemtech Consulting from 2003 to 2004. His responsibilities often included performing peer reviews of testing data, training new analysts, managing sample shipments for tests at contract laboratories, and supporting various project and investigation tasks.