Scientist, Cellular Models & Molecular Biology
Biogen•Cambridge, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
As a Scientist in the Cellular Models and Molecular Biology group, you will support programs across Biogen’s 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.
Requirements
- PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology or related field with 1+ years of related experience; or Master’s 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with complex in vitro models, 3D cell culture or microphysiological systems.
- 2+ years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience.
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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 $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
