Principal Associate Scientist, Gene Therapy

Job Description

• Work independently and with cross-functional teams to perform and develop molecular assays to characterize in vivo AAV vector performance.
• Plan and execute molecular analysis on animal tissues, including DNA/RNA isolation, RT, qPCR, and NGS library preparation.
• Participate in process optimization independently or under limited supervision.
• Develop in-depth knowledge in the gene therapy field.
• Be a critical thinker familiar with the recent advancement in the focused research area and contribute to the team decision-making process.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely electronic records to support internal documentation needs and regulatory submissions.
• Manage time efficiently and contribute to multiple projects under demanding timelines.
• Summarize results across multiple experiments in clear presentations to colleagues on the team.

May telecommute up to 20%.

Salary: $92,000/year - $129,000/year 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Employer will accept a Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Molecular Biology, Plant and Environmental Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Animal Biology, Physiology or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Principal Associate Scientist, Gene Therapy-related occupation.

Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Molecular Biology, Plant and Environmental Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Animal Biology, Physiology or a related field and 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a Principal Associate Scientist, Gene Therapy-related occupation.

Position requires 24 months of experience in the following:

• Extensive hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA isolation from animal tissues, RT, qPCR, DNA gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, WB.
• Extensive hands-on experience in NGS library preparation.
• Proficiency with analytical and presentation software, including Powerpoint, Excel, and Graphpad.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Works with colleagues as a team player.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, able to advance multiple projects in parallel.
• Proficiency in aseptic cell culture techniques.
• Ability to design plasmid constructs and perform molecular cloning of these constructs.

Position requires demonstrable experience in the following:

Proficiency in handling AAV vectors and non-human primate tissue samples and performing molecular analysis using those samples.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

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