Job Description

Biogen is presently looking to fill an Associate Scientist II position within its Gene Therapy Process Development department. Candidate must be motivated and innovative with exceptional analytical and communication skills.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with experimental design and execute laboratory experiments with minimal guidance
• Perform independent data recording and analysis
• Troubleshoot in-lab activities
• Work with small- and large-scale operations depending on need
• Document development work in concise reports and provide project updates in written and oral presentations
• Support maintenance tasks and new technology evaluations for laboratory instrumentation; interact with outside vendors / suppliers

Qualifications

• Proven record of successfully planning and executing projects and experiments
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and experience in mammalian cell culture / viral vector production operations (aseptic operations, cell biology, biochemistry, analytical techniques, bioreactor operations)
• Knowledge and experience in large scale bioreactor operations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to plan & execute in-lab tasks
• Skilled in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and other tools. Knowledge of statistical software applications, including DoE, is a plus
• Knowledge and experience with viral vector related biology a plus

EDUCATION:

Bioengineering, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related discipline:

• B.S./ M.S. with 0-2 years  experience in the Biotech / Biopharm industry

• Other relevant expertise in Science or Engineering will be considered.

Additional Information

Biogen is presently looking to fill an Associate Scientist II position within its Gene Therapy Process Development department. Candidate must be motivated and innovative with exceptional analytical and communication skills.