About This Role

Biogen seeks a highly motivated individual to join the Multiple Sclerosis and Specialized Immunology Research Unit. We are seeking an individual with experience using in vitro and ex vivo experimental approaches, whose goal would be to advance drug discovery programs by conducting bench research. The individual will design and execute experiments aimed at target discovery and understanding the mechanism of action of drug candidates being developed to treat autoimmune diseases. The individual is expected to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, build strong interactions with team members and be an active participant on multidisciplinary project teams.

What You’ll Do

• Join a team of world-class scientists, focused on novel aspects of immunology
• Drive drug discovery efforts for Immunology
• Use a wide array of techniques relevant to neuroimmunology and immunology
• Design and execute experimental plans, perform rigorous analysis and interpretation of experiments
• Collaborate with relevant individuals and groups to advance projects
• Communicate within cross-functional teams

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys learning new areas of biology and new techniques. An individual who is self-motivated and thrives in a highly matrixed group.

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

Required Skills

• Flow cytometry
• RNA isolation and qPCR
• Western blot, ELISA/MSD
• Primary cell isolation, culturing, and in vitro cell-based assays
• Expertise in single cell, spatial tissue-based transcriptomic / proteomic techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications, Flowjo, and Prism

Education

• Ph.D. in a life-science field:  immunology, cell biology, pharmacology
• Or M.S. with relevant drug discovery expertise and track record of accomplishment

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

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

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.