Job Description

About This Role

Genetic causes of rare diseases are being identified at an increasing rate, and advances in therapeutic modalities are opening new and exciting possibilities for transformational treatments. The Rare Disease & Neurology (RD&N) Research Unit is seeking a talented and dedicated Sr. Associate Scientist to advance research for drug discovery and development programs. As part of a close-knit team, the successful candidate will work at the forefront of an exciting and growing field and contribute to bringing life changing medicines to patients with neurological rare disorders.

What You’ll Do

• Investigate novel biology and therapeutic approaches in human and rodent cell systems
• Implement and execute diverse in vitro assays to support the unit’s research and drug discovery programs
• Support in vivo work with rodent models of genetic disorders
• Participate in close collaborations with other group members within the unit as well as other teams at Biogen (DMPK, Translational Medicine, Biomarkers, etc.)
• Plan, execute, troubleshoot and analyze experiments, working closely with manager and/or project team leaders, and present results at internal meetings
• Incorporate learnings from relevant literature and new technologies

Qualifications

Who You Are

You love to apply your energy and talents to meaningful endeavors, to learn new skills and make an impact through collaborative contributions. You are excited about bringing together an understanding of disease biology and new therapeutic approaches to advance life-changing therapies for rare neurological disorders.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree - Biology or related field with 2-4 years of experience
• High level of technical expertise in some of these relevant areas: cell culture, protein/RNA/DNA analyses, in vivo animal studies (behavior, dosing, sample collection, stereotaxic surgery, etc.), molecular cloning, qPCR, microscopy
• Hands-on expertise with performing and troubleshooting cell-based assays
• Enthusiasm, dedication, flexibility, and collaborative spirit necessary to learn and take on new areas of research and drug discovery.
• Highly organized and goal oriented.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience in the development/characterization of in vitro or in vivo CNS disease models
• Background/expertise with models of epilepsy or neurodevelopmental disorders
• Expertise with cultures of primary human or rodent neurons and/or iPSC-derived cells
• Experience contributing to drug discovery programs, particularly in neuroscience, including novel target identification, target validation, and PK/PD studies

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.