Principal Associate Scientist, Translational Medicine, Biomarkers Imaging - Biogen

About This Role

Biogen’s Translational Medicine Biomarkers Imaging group is actively engaged in an innovative and dynamic molecular imaging research program which includes the discovery and characterization of radiotracers and methodologies for application in drug development.  We are seeking a results-oriented scientist with experise in plate-based and tissue-based pharamacology techniques using radioligands in in-vitro and in-vivo biological systems.  The role will be predominantly laboratory based (80-90%), and will work closely with other Imaging team representatives as well as other program teams. 

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate the pharmacology of lead small molecules in-vitro and in-vivo in biological systems using different molecular imaging approaches
• Use radiolabeled molecules such as [3H] and [18F] to carry out molecular pharmacology assays
• In-vitro and ex-vivo radioligand binding for plate-based and autoradiographic brain imaging
• Human and rodent tissue processing such as cryostat brain slicing and homogenate generation for protein target isolation
• Assay and method development of plate-based and ex-vivo brain imaging studies
• Animal handling including brain dissection and dosing with compounds or radioisotopes
• Target identification techniques using IHC and immunofluorescence
• Present data at team meetings and internal group forums

Who You Are

A highly motivated, results-oriented scientist with strong communication skills who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.  You’ll support a team of scientists in the preclinical discovery of novel Biomarker PET tracers for human clinical trials of neurological disorders.

Required Skills

• Bachelors degree with at least 4-6 years industry experience in pharma/biotech or CRO or Masters degree with at least 2-4 years industry experience in pharma/biotech or CRO 
• Plate-based pharmacology techniques
• Compound handling and solution preparations
• Radioisotope handling
• Assay development and optimization experience
• Rodent animal handling and compound dosing, tissue dissection
• Familiarity with immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques for target detection in brain slices

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic areas in neurology (e.g. neurodegenerative diseases)

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 on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

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