About This Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our Small Molecule Chemical Development team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to develop robust processes for the synthesis of a wide range of Small Molecules across various modalities. This Scientist II position provides experiences in early phase to late phase drug development and exposure to the design and development of manufacturing processes for clinical and commercial therapeutics.
Who We Are
We are a team of organic chemists and chemical engineers engaged in the design of innovative processes which supply new medicines to patients. We focus on developing safe economical sustainable and robust processes to support clinical trials and the launch of new medicines across various drug modalities. We are driven by first principles science data-driven decision-making and collaborative teamwork.
WhatYoullDo
Route scouting design and implementation of safe efficient and robust chemical processes for the synthesis of drug candidates.
Design and execution of experiments to advance the Biogen portfolio. You will be responsible for analyzing compiling and sharing data with project teams.
Develop the fundamental process knowledge needed to support the transition of chemical and biochemical processes from the laboratory manufacturing partners.
Collaborate with our Analytical Chemistry Solid Form Engineering and Separations colleagues to develop the knowledge and controls needed for the supply of clinical materials and characterization of the process to support regulatory filings.
Collaborate with development and manufacturing teams to design and conduct laboratory experiments to optimize and/or characterize the synthesis processes of Small Molecule assets with an emphasis on improvement in process understanding robustness and productivity.
Communicate research results effectively by writing research reports and presenting data in team meetings.
Engage in the CMC activities including authoring CMC section of INDs.
Interact with Contract Research Organizations as project needs evolve.
Initiate innovative research projects to improve fundamental understanding and control of Biogen synthetic processes.
Who YouAre
You have a passion for exploring novel scientific concepts and are eager to contribute to the design and development and execution of cutting-edge technologies in the service of delivering drug candidates for clinical trials. Your vision and dedication drive you to push the boundaries of scientific endeavors ultimately impacting patient lives. You thrive in a collaborative environment where urgency accountability inclusion and integrity are shared values.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. with 0-3 years of relevant postdoc experience.
M.S. with 4 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
BS with 6 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or biotech settings
Strong background in the theory and practice of synthetic organic chemistry including demonstrated understanding of reaction mechanisms and good problem solving skills
Experience in route scouting mechanistic analyses use of analytical tools (NMR MS IR) and purification techniques (chromatography methods).
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Good communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team environment
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:
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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