Scientist, Cellular Models & Molecular Biology
Cambridge, MA - USA
Job Summary
About This Role
As a Scientist in the Cellular Models and Molecular Biology group you will support programs across Biogens immunological neurological and rare disease portfolio. Our team develops novel human cellular and molecular systems and plays a key role building these tools into translatable in vitro assays. As part of the Biomarker and Systems Biology department we support workstreams from target validation through non-clinical safety and biomarker discovery.
What Youll Do
Execute in vitro assays with cell lines primary and hiPSC derived cell types
Deploy orthogonal assay endpoints (eg RNA protein and imaging)
Design reporter knockdown and overexpression strategies
Present group capabilities to cross functional project teams
Support advanced transcriptomic and proteomic workflows
Who You Are
You are an enthusiastic flexible scientist ready to work across a range of scientific questions and disease areas. You leverage your colleagues expertise and thrive in cross functional teams.
Required Skills
PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology or related field with 1 years of related experience; or Masters degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology or related field with 4 years of related experience.
Track record of independent experimental design execution and interpretation.
Proficiency with mammalian cell culture (cell lines primary and hiPSC derived).
Proficiency with RNA and protein readouts (qPCR ddPCR ELISA western blot).
Strong molecular biology skills for design and optimization of expression strategies.
Experience with high content imaging and/or flow cytometry.
Familiarity with transcriptomic workflows.
Preferred Skills
Experience with complex in vitro models 3D cell culture or microphysiological systems.
2 years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience.
Why Biogen
Our mission to find therapies for immunological 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.
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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About Company
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patientsÂ’ lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, ... View more