Scientist, Immunology

Job Description

About this Role

Biogen’s West Coast Hub, based in South San Francisco, is specifically focused on transforming the lives of patients with severe immune-mediated diseases by developing novel targeted therapies with outsized clinical impact, faster. To accomplish this, we are seeking top talent to join us on our journey.

What You’ll Do

• Perform and lead cutting-edge immunology research at the bench.
• Develop and drive an independent line of research with a focus on mast cell-mediated conditions.
• Contribute to HI-Bio discovery programs through conceptualizing and developing novel and innovative therapeutic strategies to address autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
• Advance preclinical discovery & development of novel antibody therapies within a team of experienced drug hunters.
• Present at scientific conferences and publish in leading journals.

Who You Are

You are an enthusiastic bench scientist eager to push antibody drug discovery programs from the bench into clinical testing. You are driven by the opportunity to play a key role in multiple therapeutic discovery programs.

Qualifications

Required Experience

PhD in immunology, cell biology, pharmacology or a related scientific field with 0-2 years of industry experience OR Masters degree with 4 + years of industry experience 

• Technical expertise in areas such as in vivo and/or in vitro immunology models and extensive experience in multicolor flow cytometry.
• Demonstrated success applying in vitro cellular assay development using cell lines or primary cells as well as complex in vivo mouse models.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with mast cell biology or immune-mediated diseases is a plus.

The base compensation range for this role is $102,000.00-$153,000.00k. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job related years of relevant experience, internal equity, and location of the job. Additionally, this role is eligible for participation in Biogen’s LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurances, vacation, end-of-year shutdown, and 401K participation and matching contributions. 

Additional Information

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.