Neuroimmunology Research Scientist

1 week ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Biogen Full time
About This Role

The Neurobiology Research Unit at Biogen is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual with experience in neuroimmunology and neuroscience to join our team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain mechanistic understanding of interactions between cells of the immune system and central nervous system (CNS) under inflammatory conditions.

Job Description

The Neurobiology Research Unit is a multi-disciplinary team investigating shared and disease-specific mechanisms of chronic inflammation and dysfunctional myelination in neurodegenerative diseases. Our mission is to develop novel therapeutics to improve the life of patients. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and executing research projects, working closely with multiple groups across the research organization. The work will involve a wide array of in vitro, in vivo, and analytical techniques using cellular and molecular approaches, and is expected to advance projects towards clinical development.

Responsibilities
  • Develop creative and innovative hypothesis and research plans to gain insights into disease relevant neuroinflammation phenotypes.
  • Design, develop, and perform experiments to support scientific activities and project goals involving iPSC derived glial cells, co-culture, organoids, humanized in vivo models, and biochemical assays.
  • Plan and conduct in vitro and in vivo studies, and analytics with particular emphasis on deep phenotyping to unveil novel neurodegenerative disease mechanisms.
  • Prepare, review, and deliver scientific presentations for internal and external use.
  • Build strong collaborations across the Research organization at Biogen and become a key member of a cross-research unit.
  • Write reports, manuscripts and generate data packages supporting model development and drug candidate advancement.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in immunology, neuroscience, cell biology, or related disciplines, and 0-2 years of postdoctoral experience in academic or industry settings
  • A record of relevant, high-quality publications
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with cell culture of primary CNS cells, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and/or molecular biology.
Additional Experience Desired
  • In vivo technical skills including dosing, aseptic techniques, tissue collection, and immunohistochemistry.
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. 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 E-Verify Employer in the United States.



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