Associate Scientist II, Research

Job Description

Biogen is seeking a highly motivated and experienced associate scientist to join the Comparative Medicine Team within the In-vivo Resource Center (IRC). The Comparative Medicine team provides technical, surgical, and training support of Biogen’s dynamic in-vivo research needs for all research units. The successful candidate must be highly motivated with excellent communication skills and be able to work in a result-oriented, fast-paced, highly collaborative team environment. The individual will be part of an integrated team that is dedicated to the neurology therapeutic area. The individual will work independently and with scientists to coordinate and execute experiments that relate to company goals and timelines. Occasional weekend work will be required as part of this role.

Qualifications

· Basic laboratory experience in-vivo is required and in-vitro experience will be considered a plus.

· Previous experience in animal handling, necropsies, and sample collection required. Experience collecting neurological tissues preferred.

· Dosing of animals including PO, SQ, IP, and IV.

· Intricate surgeries (including stereotaxic) in adult and neonatal rodents is highly desired.

· Prior experience with in-vivo data collection, protocol generation, and basic scientific principles.

· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and commitment towards achievement of goals.

· Attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team setting.

· Model design and characterization processes

· Basic knowledge of transgenic animal model

· Surgical prep/ear bar placement experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.