Head Immunobiology

About This Role:

Biogen is seeking a scientific leader with a proven track record in team management drug discovery and development spanning a range of small and large molecule modalities with a preference for small molecule drug discovery experience. The role requires defining and executing an iterative research strategy identifying promising targets and therapeutic modalities and developing novel hypotheses and experimental approaches to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying autoimmune indications. Staying abreast of the latest scientific advancements and aptitude to translate knowledge into potential therapeutic concepts is critical. Additionally the role involves recruiting developing and mentoring a highperforming team of scientists fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment and overseeing project timelines budgets and resource allocation. A key responsibility is to source innovation from both internal and external sources to drive the research forward which includes supporting external diligence and exploring business development opportunities to supplement internal research capabilities. In terms of drug development the remit includes leading preclinical development of potential therapeutic candidates collaborating with clinical development teams to translate preclinical findings into clinical trials and supporting the design and of translational research studies to understand disease biomarkers and patient stratification.

What Youll Do:

Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of innovative scientists located in Cambridge MA setting performance expectations and providing career development opportunities for team members.
• Manage project timelines and budgets.

Scientific Expertise:

• Provide expert scientific input on drug discovery and development decisions including data analysis and interpretation.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements in the immunology therapeutic area and incorporate them into an iterative research strategy.
• Present research findings at internal and external scientific conferences and in publications.
• Author and review reports in support of regulatory submissions.

External Collaborations:

• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and academic researchers.
• Evaluate potential collaborations and partnerships to advance the strategy.
• Dynamically source innovation from both internal and external sources to drive research forward.
• Support external diligence and explore business development opportunities to supplement internal research capabilities.

Qualifications :

Who You Are:

You are passionate about advancing the field of immunology through innovative research and strategic collaborations. With a deep commitment to scientific excellence you thrive on driving discovery programs that have the potential to transform patient care.

This position is based in either Cambridge or South San Francisco and requires frequent onsite presence including crosssite travel. Candidates must be within commutable distance or able to selfrelocate to be considered.

Required Skills

• Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant life science field extensive experience in drug discovery and development a strong track record of scientific leadership expertise in your therapeutic area excellent communication and collaboration skills and proven ability to manage complex projects and teams across a global matrix organization
• Minimum of 15 years experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with significant leadership experience in managing research teams and projects. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively present scientific data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders investigators and internal and external stakeholders through a highly collaborative approach

Additional Information :

The base salary range for this position is $246000 $338000. Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including but not limited to relevant skills & experience job locationand internal equity.  

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and longterm incentives including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual business unit and company performance.   

In addition to compensation Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families physical financial emotional and social wellbeing; including but not limited to:  

• Medical Dental Vision & Life insurances 
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement   
• Short and LongTerm Disability insurance  
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional endofyear shutdown time off (Dec 26Dec 31 
• Up to 12 company paid holidays 3 days off for Personal Significance 
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions 
• Employee stock purchase plan   
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10000 per calendar year   
• Employee Resource Groups participation     

Why Biogen

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a midsized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a wellestablished 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 lifechanging 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 EVerify Employer in the United States.