Principal Scientist, Biomarker Bioanalytical Sciences

About This Role

The Biomarkers and Systems Biology group isseekinga highly motivated Principal Scientist to contribute to the development and implementation of biomarker and bioanalytical strategies supporting discovery translational and clinical-stage programs. The successful candidate will serve as a Bioanalytical Lead for assigned programs providing scientific leadership for assay development analytical validationCRO oversightfor sample analysis anddata interpretation to support critical development role will partner closely withvarious internal and external functionsto ensure the generationand interpretationof high-quality bioanalyticaland biomarkerdata supporting clinical developmentandregulatory submissions.

The ideal candidate bringsexpertisein biomarker and protein-based assay development experience managing external bioanalytical activities strong scientific leadership and the ability to translate biological questions into fit-for-purpose analytical strategies.

WhatYoullDo

• Serve as the bioanalytical representative on assigned discovery and development programs providing scientificexpertiseand contributing to biomarker and bioanalytical strategies aligned with programobjectives.

• Develop and execute fit-for-purpose bioanalytical approaches(PK ADA) andsupport the implementation of Biomarker methods(TE PD Disease) supporting the biomarker strategy.

• Lead the design and execution of assay developmentanalyticalvalidation and sample analysis plans that support program and regulatory needs.

• Provide scientific oversight of CROs and external laboratories including assay development validation sample analysis troubleshooting data review and vendor management.

• Review protocols validation reports sample analysis reports and bioanalytical data packages to ensure scientific quality regulatory compliance and fitness-for-purpose.

• Support investigation of assay-related issues deviations and root cause analyses providing scientific recommendations for corrective actions.

• Developoptimize transfer andvalidatebioanalytical andbiomarker assayson various platformson existing andemerging analytical platforms.

• Evaluate and implement novel biomarker technologies assessing platform performance and suitability based on context of use.

• Monitor assay performance data quality QC trends robustness and cross-study comparability throughout the assay lifecycle ensuring data integrity and scientific rigor.

• Interpret bioanalytical data and communicate findings risks and recommendations to project teams and functional stakeholders.

• Contribute scientific content and data packages supporting IND CTA BLA and other regulatory submissions.

• Support audits and inspections through preparation and review of bioanalytical documentation and study records.

• Contribute to scientific publications conference presentations and the advancement of best practices in biomarker sciences bioanalysis and CRO management

Who You Are

You are a scientifically rigorous bioanalytical expert who thrives ondeveloping qualifying and implementing biomarker pharmacodynamic translational and target engagement assays supporting discovery through clinical are motivated by driving highquality clinically relevant bioanalysis and immunogenicity strategy and you excel at interpreting data in a crossfunctional fastpaced enjoy partnering with internal teams and CROs providing clear scientific direction and ensuring assays meet regulatory and program communicate clearly work independently and bring strong judgment to problemsolving regulatory interactions and strategic decisionmaking.

Required Skills

• PhDorMS in Immunology Cellular and Molecular Biology or a related scientific field.

• PhD with5 years of relevant industry experience

• MS with8 yearsof relevant industry experience

• Experience developing and implementing biomarker andbioanalyticalassays across discovery and clinical development settings.

• Advanced technicalexpertiseinmethod development and validation in a regulated environment

• Experience supporting sample analysis and data review.

• Familiarity with biomarker and bioanalytical requirements supporting regulatory filings and clinical development programs.

• Experience contributing bioanalytical content to IND CTA BLA and other regulatory submissions.

• Experience providing scientific oversight of CROs and external laboratory partners.

• Excellent technical writing analytical interpretation and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively influence crossfunctional teams in a matrixed environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor presentations to diverse audiences.

• Highly flexible resultsoriented and comfortable operating in a fastpaced dynamic environment.

• Proficiencywith ligandbinding and cellbased assay technologies across multiple platforms.

• Industry experience in biomarker sciences translational research or bioanalytical sciences supporting drug development programs.

Preferredskills

• Experience supporting clinical biomarker programs.

• Strong publication and scientific communication record.

• Experience authoring and defending bioanalytical content for IND CTA BLA MAA and other global regulatory submissions.

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 Biogen.

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.