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Biogen

Principal Research Scientist, Neuromuscular and Muscle Disorders

Biogen

Cambridge, MA · Principal

$142,000 – $190,000

Listed on Biogen’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

A senior research leadership role at Biogen focused on developing therapeutics for neuromuscular disorders through program management and hands-on scientific direction. This suits someone with deep muscle biology expertise and a track record of leading multidisciplinary drug discovery programs who wants to combine mentorship with active laboratory work.

Our summary, not Biogen’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • PhD in drug discovery, muscle biology, physiology, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in drug discovery or muscle biology
  • Deep expertise in muscle biology and disease pathophysiology
  • Hands-on laboratory expertise with commitment to 30% active lab presence
  • Experience with in vivo muscle function assessments including evoked force and treadmill testing
  • Background in assay development and translational biomarkers for drug discovery
  • Proven track record leading multidisciplinary research programs in matrixed environments
  • Ability to present scientific data and strategy to governance and senior leadership
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management across functional teams
  • Scientific publications in high-impact journals, patents, or external recognition

Nice to have

  • Experience in muscle biology and drug development
  • Hands-on experience with gene-based or RNA-based therapeutics including LNP/mRNA, ASO, or siRNA
  • Experience with small-molecule drug discovery including target validation through preclinical characterization
  • Ability to design and interpret pharmacology, PK/PD, and efficacy studies

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