Co-op, Imaging Biomarkers

Job Description

This application is for a 6-month co-op role from June - December 2025. Resume review begins in February 2025.

The Clinical Sciences Imaging Biomarkers group at Biogen aims to discover, develop, implement, and interpret biomedical imaging studies in support of decision-making for clinical trials within neurology and neuropsychiatric therapeutic areas. Modern biomedical imaging delivers rich data sets from which hypotheses may be generated or tested to better understand potential drug effects and guide future clinical trial protocols.

The team is seeking a motivated co-op to assist in one or more projects related to image data analysis leveraging existing clinical trial data and/or research on novel image analysis tools for potential use in future clinical trials.

Qualifications

We are seeking a highly motivated co-op to complete a discovery-based project focused on the development of next generation neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disease image biomarkers. This could include working with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), structural MRI, and/or positron emission tomography (PET) data.

As a co-op, you may:

• Navigate image databases
• Collate and document image analyses performed across clinical trials
• Develop hypotheses and shape a data analysis plan
• Perform exploratory data processing and analysis based on your expertise
• Plot image analysis results
• Interpret results in reference to trial objectives and relevant academic literature
• Perform literature reviews, interpret data, and make scientific recommendations
• Prepare and present results within Biogen to different stakeholders
• Develop abstracts or other publications for external audiences

You will be required to interact effectively and efficiently within the cross-functional environment at Biogen as well as external research teams. You will work independently and, also collaboratively, with other team members in the Biomarkers group.

Qualifications

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

Required skills

• Experience with medical image analysis or image processing using freesurfer or other related software tools (coursework-related experience is acceptable for undergraduate applicants)
• Experience with scientific computing/programming via Shell scripting, python, MATLAB/octave, C/C++, R, or related languages
• Undergraduate and master's-level applicants must have completed coursework in upper-level mathematics, computer programming, statistics, biology, and/or physiology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Comfortable working independently
• Well-organized with excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred skills

• Familiarity with common medical image analysis software and tools is a plus: FreeSurfer, SPM, AFNI, FSL, or related software/tools
• Experience with PET kinetic modelling software such as PMOD, MIAKAT, AMIDE or others
• Data visualization experience
• Hands-on MRI and/or PET imaging data collection
• Knowledge of therapeutic areas in neurology or neuropsychiatry

Education

The ideal candidate will be a PhD-student in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Neurobiology, Neuropsychology, or related fields, with experience in MRI or PET imaging or image data analysis. Students pursuing a master’s degree or undergraduates are also welcomed to apply and will be considered.

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.