Senior Associate, CoLab and Community Partnering
About The Position
Biogen is seeking a Senior Associate of CoLab and Community Partnering to teach in and grow the CoLab, Biogen’s flagship community initiative focused on inspiring careers in science and biomanufacturing, at our Research Triangle Park (RTP) facility. This person will deliver Biogen-led science education programs, including classroom experiences, and work with nonprofits and other organizations to develop CoLab programming. This person will also serve as the central coordinator for Biogen’s volunteer efforts and community events in RTP, inspiring employee engagement, liaising with key internal and external stakeholders and strengthening Biogen’s position as a trusted, purpose-driven community partner.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred in education or science discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in corporate affairs, or teaching in a STEM discipline (lab based science or related highly preferred)
- Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs regularly
- Program/project management experience coordinating educational or community programs
- Ability to teach and facilitate hands‑on science learning for teen and adult students
- Strong relationship‑building skills with schools, colleges, nonprofits and community partners
- Excellent communication and public‑speaking skills; comfortable representing Biogen externally
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to track and communicate program outcomes
- Collaborative, community‑minded, and adaptable in fast‑moving environments
Nice To Haves
- Experience planning or supporting volunteer initiatives and employee engagement events
- Experience in science education, workforce development or youth/community programming
- Experience designing or improving learning experiences or hands-on programming
- Comfort engaging with diverse stakeholders, from students to nonprofit leaders to internal teams
- Knowledge of the RTP area, with an emphasis on its educational and biotech landscape
Responsibilities
- Lead and Evolve the RTP CoLab
- Teach Biogen-developed curriculum, including hands-on science classes, to teen and adult learners.
- Manage and grow partnerships with RTP-area colleges, schools and nonprofit organizations to expand access to biopharma education and career pathways.
- Identify potential partners, schedule meetings and facilitate connections between community partners, participants and Biogen operations to support long-term talent engagement and development.
- Lead Biogen Volunteer Engagement
- Serve as the RTP point of contact for Biogen’s volunteering activities, coordinating site-based volunteer initiatives and community service opportunities.
- Inspire employee participation through engaging volunteer experiences, service events and community partnerships.
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
Mid Level
