Sr Associate Scientist/Scientist I, Alzheimer's Disease

The successful candidate will be part of a team involved in target discovery and validation studies, mechanism of action experiments, in vitro assay development activities, compound screening and characterization using a wide variety of analytical techniques. The position requires strong expertise with in vivo studies using mouse models of Alzheimer’s Disease and other Neurodegenerative Disorders, from planning, designing to conducting the studies independently. Experience with molecular, biochemical and cell biological techniques, and cellular assay development/validation is preferred. Expertise in Alzheimer’s research and experimental models would be an advantage but is not required. The expectation is that the incumbent is capable of planning and executing experiments in consultation with the scientists in the group, including the analysis and interpretation of the experimental results.

The successful applicant possesses

• in vivo experience with Tg mouse models: animal handling techniques, basic and advanced dosing techniques, sample collection
• Molecular biology and cell biology (required): Strong Molecular background including c

The Research and Early Development organization at Biogen seeks a talented Associate Scientist/Scientist 1 to join the Alzheimer & Dementia Research Unit. The RU is responsible for developing and delivering innovative drug candidates for proof-of concept trials in AD, FTD and other memory disorders.