Associate Scientist III, Parenteral Drug Product Development

About the Role

Biogen is seeking an Associate Scientist III to join its Parenteral Formulation and Drug Product Development group. The scientist will contribute to the development of parenteral formulations and drug product manufacturing processes supporting Biogen’s growing pipeline, working collaboratively in a matrix environment with technical development team members.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute laboratory experiments supporting formulation development, product characterization, process development, and evaluation of new technologies.
• Independently manage assigned development activities while working under the guidance of senior scientists on more complex technical initiatives.
• Prepare formulations, perform laboratory studies, collect and analyze experimental data, and communicate findings to project teams.
• Author development protocols, perform data analysis, prepare technical reports, and create documentation for CMC submissions.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and support activities in compliance with GLP requirements, as applicable.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners including Analytical Development, Drug Substance Development, Manufacturing Sciences, Quality, Device Engineering, and Regulatory to support project objectives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, laboratory organization, and implementation of new technologies.

Qualifications

Education Requirements: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with 0–2 years of relevant industry experience, or a Master’s degree with 0+ years of relevant experience.

Required Skills:

• Experience working in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with formulation development for pharmaceutical products, preferably sterile parenteral drug products.
• Experience performing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and documenting results using Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques used for drug product characterization.
• Familiarity with sterile laboratory practices and aseptic techniques (preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with sterile injectable drug product development.
• Experience working with oligonucleotide, peptide, biologic, antibody, or conjugated therapeutics.
• Familiarity with formulation characterization techniques including chromatography, particle analysis, spectroscopy, and physicochemical characterization.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE), JMP, Minitab, or other statistical analysis software.

Pay

The base compensation range for this role is $77,000.00–$100,250.00. Base salary is determined through an analytical approach that considers relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity. Regular employees are eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentives, including cash bonuses and equity opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
• Fitness & Wellness programs, including fitness reimbursement.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation plus an end‑of‑year shutdown (Dec 26‑Dec 31).
• Up to 12 company‑paid holidays and 3 paid days off for personal significance.
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.
• 401(k) program with company‑matched contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year.
• Employee Resource Groups participation.