Principal Scientist, Discovery Biology

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

EMD Serono is seeking a highly motivated, experienced scientist to join the Discovery Biology Group within Research Unit (RU) Neuroscience and Immunology at our research facility in Billerica, Massachusetts. Our pipeline includes both small and large molecules ranging from target identification to clinical development in neurological and autoimmune diseases.

Your role:

This role requires an excellent knowledge of Neuro-Immunology, immune tolerance and associated diseases. A collaborative spirit, and a deep knowledge of the drug discovery and development process from target inception to translational research is required. In this role you will propose and evaluate novel targets and lead cross-functional discovery project teams in a matrixed organization. You will lead a lab and a team of scientists and is responsible for in-vitro evaluation of preclinical drug candidates and understanding of their mechanism of action utilizing state of the art technologies like e.g.  single cell RNA sequencing. Your role requires strong leadership beyond your direct reporting line to ensure effective collaboration across different functions. You will communicate effectively across the global organization and external partners, present your work to senior management, and publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Location: Billerica, MA Onsite

Who you are:

Minimum Requirements 

• Master's degree with 7 years of experience, or PHD 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a track record of scientific Publications

• Strong knowledge of Immunology and/or Neuroscience

• Hands-on experience with biochemical and/or cellular techniques relevant to field of expertise

Preferred Requirements

• Expert in state-of-the-art technologies and hands on experience including single cell RNA sequencing  
• Analytical and structured, creative and energetic, proactive with team spirit. Capable of teaching relevant techniques to team members
• Excellent English skills, both in oral and written communications
• Experience with leading functional groups and cross-functional teams

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
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