Company Description
At Biogen, our mission is clear - we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population.
We at Biogen are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve. We are focused on strengthening our foundation to advance our overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy and, most importantly, ensure all our employees feel included.
As an intern or co-op at Biogen, you can expect to be placed on a real project, under the guidance of experienced professionals and subject matter experts who are invested in your career and academic growth. We also ensure that you have plenty of opportunities to build your network, learn more about our organization through weekly lunch and learns led by leaders from across the company, and join us for several fun events.
Job Description
This application is for a 6-month student role from January - June 2025. Resume review begins in October 2024.
We are seeking co-ops to join the Protein Biochemistry group and the Tissue Enhanced Delivery group within Biogen's Biologics Drug Discovery Department, and contribute to our mission to design, optimize, and develop therapeutics to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative diseases. In this role, you will be performing experiments that will support the efforts of a cross-functional team and your impact will directly contribute to achieving our drug discovery milestones.
The Protein Biochemistry group is responsible for the purification, bioconjugation, and characterization of monoclonal and bispecific antibodies, antibody-fusions, and other types of protein biologics to support the advancement of preclinical programs. You will purify proteins using standard purification techniques to deliver high quality reagents for use in in vitro assays or in vivo studies. You will play a role in the identification of antibodies optimized for properties such as binding affinity, activity in cellular models, or enhanced distribution to the central nervous system.
Qualifications
To be considered for this position you must:
- Have a strong interest in biological sciences and drug discovery,
- Have a willingness to learn new techniques and troubleshoot experiments and communicate effectively in a group setting.
- Keep high quality records
- Have some previous lab experience
The ideal candidate will have some experience or familiarity with at least one of the following:
- Protein purification
- Basic protein characterization techniques, such as HPLC and SDS-PAGE
- Protein binding techniques, such as ELISA or FACS
- Biophysical techniques, such as Octet, SPR, DSC, DSF, etc
- Protein conjugation or antibody fragment production
To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Education
- PhD, Masters, or Undergraduate Junior/Senior students.
- Majoring in: Biology, Biochemistry, Biological/Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
Additional Information
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
