Senior Scientist, IMMUN And INFLAM

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Description:
A position is currently available in the Department of Immunology and Respiratory Diseases for a Senior Scientist specializing in in vivo immunology and/or ex vivo disease-relevant biomarker strategy development and implementation. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for performing and managing scientific and technical activities that support the immunology research portfolio, with a focus on establishing relevant pre-clinical biomarkers to help the team gain a greater understanding of the pre-clinical PK/PD/efficacy of novel therapeutics, as well as link them to the immunological disease models to support target validation and advance our small molecule and biotherapeutics-based portfolio for clinical success.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Independently design and perform experiments focuses on in vivo models of immune and inflammatory-driven diseases, with a goal to establish a linkage between disease-relevant tissue biomarkers and immunological disease models to gain a deep mechanistic understanding of disease processes and linkage to human disease.
Develops an understanding of R&D; team goals and works effectively toward achieving them; Either assumes departmental responsibility for projects when necessary OR has ability to participate as representative on multiple project teams and contribute to defining expertise-related aspects of overall program goals
Prepares clear technical reports, publications and oral presentations. Independently communicate results in the form of reports and or presentations; Presents responsibly and defends own work at meetings; May deliver updates to senior level management in context of overall project goals
Develops expertise in a specific project-relevant area OR technology; May provide guidance and expertise to advance specific projects OR evaluate and propose new technologies and concepts in support of multiple projects.
Keeps abreast of relevant literature; Develops visibility outside of functional area.
Complies with all applicable regulations; Ensures that work performed in area of responsibility is conducted in a safe and compliant manner; Maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies.
Contributes to departmental administration; Demonstrates fiscal responsibility with respect to cost of experiments, technology, external collaborations, and travel.
Requirements:
Ph.D. degree in biological sciences with expertise in one or more of the following areas preferred: Immuno-biology or related field, influence of microbiome in immunology-relevant disease, with 0-3 post-graduate academic (post-doc), or biotechnology/pharmaceutical research experience preferred.
Strong technical knowledge of in vivo models in inflammatory disease areas and/or ex vivo biomarker detection experience is highly desired.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven track record of high research accountability and productivity both independently with minimal supervision and within a team setting is. The successful candidate will be an ambitious self-starter, be motivated to apply his/her skills to meet diverse project needs, and enjoy working in a fast-paced dynamic team environment and proven ability to focus on activities that enable decision making.
Appropriate level of understanding of applicable regulations impacting industry R&D.;
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in an interdisciplinary environment.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including verification of your past employment, criminal history, and educational background
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
Our Culture:
Boehringer Ingelheim is a different kind of pharmaceutical company, a privately held company with the ability to have an innovative and long term view. Our focus is on scientific discoveries that improve patients' lives and we equate success as a pharmaceutical company with the steady introduction of truly innovative medicines. Boehringer Ingelheim is the largest privately held pharmaceutical corporation in the world and ranks among the world's 20 leading pharmaceutical corporations. At Boehringer Ingelheim, we are committed to delivering value through innovation. Employees are challenged to take initiative and achieve outstanding results. Ultimately, our culture and drive allows us to maintain one of the highest levels of excellence in our industry. Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane Inc., Roxane Laboratories Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim Chemicals, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. and Ben Venue Laboratories Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

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