Head of Neuromuscular Research
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 246000 - 338000
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About This Role
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic neurology team as the Head of Neuromuscular Research. Reporting to the Head of Neurology Research you will be responsible for defining and leading the research strategy across established and emerging neuromuscular disease areas. This includes supporting our established franchises in spinal muscular atrophy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
A key objective will be to maintain strong momentum in existing research programs while strategically integrating external innovation to enrich and sustain a high-value discovery this pivotal leadership role you will collaborate across Biogens global organization and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise priorities and deliver impactful outcomes. You will also take leadership of a highly talented and engaged team of scientists fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
What Youll Do
Inspire develop and lead a team of talented and committed scientists. Foster a high-performing collaborative culture that values creativity scientific rigor and operational excellence.
Define and execute a strong forward-thinking and cross-functionally aligned neuromuscular research strategy ensuring alignment with Biogens broader neurology research vision and organizational goals.
Deliver a high value neuromuscular research programs into clinical studies prioritizing resources to address unmet medical needs and accelerate the advancement of differentiated therapies.
Drive integration of promising innovation into a sustainable neuromuscular discovery pipeline through research efforts and external partnerships leveraging cutting-edge technologies and scientific advances.
Act as a strategic stakeholder collaborating with cross-functional leaders for the neuromuscular franchise.
Contribute to the leadership of a world class neurology team and pipeline contributing to overall organizational strategy and decision-making.
Represent Biogen as a thought leader in neuromuscular research engaging with external collaborators and academic institutions and industry partners to advance innovation and establish Biogen as a thought global leader in neuromuscular disease research.
Who You Are
You are a dynamic visionary and agile leader with a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering transformative solutions in neuromuscular research. You are an inspiring communicator who thrives at the intersection of science and strategy and you excel at building relationships aligning teams and making data-driven decisions. You are committed to the pursuit of innovative science to deliver breakthrough medicines whilst fostering a culture of excellence and resilience within your team.
Required Skills:
Strong scientific expertise and background. PhD in neuroscience or neuromuscular biology or related life sciences field with 15 years of experience.
Proven track record of leading scientific teams (minimum of 5 years) with demonstrated ability to attract develop and retain top tier talent.
Deep experience in biopharma environment/industry (minimum of 10 years).
Open and direct communication style/demonstrable speaker experience and thought leader at both internal and external forums.
Experience establishing and managing external collaborations and partnerships including licensing and innovation initiatives.
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Additional Information
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including but not limited to relevant skills & experience job location and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term 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 well-being; including but not limited to:
- Medical Dental Vision & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays 3 paid 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 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 onto 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.
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Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, ... View more
