Research Fellow-Neuroimmunology

Job Description

Posting Title:

Research Fellow, Neuroimmunology Research

Hiring Manager

Gayathri Ramaswamy; Ph.D.

Job Description:

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Research Unit at Biogen seeks an accomplished and driven neuroimmunologist to join the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Research Unit (AD&D RU) as a Research Fellow. The AD&D RU is focused on developing and delivering innovative therapeutic intervention strategies for AD and other dementias. The Research Fellow will be a part of a fast-faced and motivated drug discovery group within the AD &D RU that is focused on developing novel drug candidates for microglial targets for AD.

The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge and expertise in neuroimmunology. The candidate must have a first-hand experience with a variety of in vitro and in vivo models; and techniques to investigate microglial function and neuroimmune modulation in AD. The candidate must be able to utilize these models for target validation, mechanism of action studies and support for drug discovery projects.

The position requires in-depth expertise in state-of-the-art immunological, biochemical and cell biological techniques as well as broad in vivo experience to study neuroimmune modulation in neurodegenerative diseases. The candidate must be driven and willing to be a part of and contribute to fast paced drug discovery projects in the neuroimmunology space. As Research Fellow, the candidate should be capable of identifying and planning projects and studies, independently executing and interpreting experiments to achieve agreed upon objectives. The candidate should be able to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

The successful applicant will have:

• An in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of concepts and hands-on experience in neuroimmunology and microglia ( required ), and application of neuroimmune mechanisms in AD and other neurodegenerative mechanisms ( preferred ).
• Extensive hands-on experience with immunological, biochemical, molecular and cellular techniques to study immune cells. ( required )
• a keen understanding of experimental design, underlying scientific principles, and the ability to rigorously analyze and document results ( required ).
• strong interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to clearly communicate results to a scientific audience and to maintain detailed written records ( required ).
• demonstrated ability to independently and successfully conduct research projects and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Work in a collaborative environment. ( required ).

Education:

PhD in neuroimmunology or biological sciences with focus on neuroimmunology and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in academia.