Principal Scientist - Human Genetics MoA & Biomarkers
Principal Scientist - Human Genetics MoA & Biomarkers
Boehringer Ingelheim
Biberach, Germany
OUR COMPANY
At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long-term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.
THE POSITION
Contribute your passion. Push the boundaries. Reimagine how we work.
Take advantage of your experience, employ digital innovation to actively boost the discovery and development of new medicines to assure sustainable growth of a globally leading and family-owned pharmaceutical company.
As Human Genetics MoA & Biomarkers expert you are accountable for decoding biological mechanism and biomarkers underpinning human disease, using leading edge computational methods to drive faster, improved decision making, ultimately developing impactful therapies for our patients. In addition, you are passionate for drug discovery, experienced in implementing disruptive ideas into an organization and take advantage of data-driven digital innovation.
Embedded in BI’s growing Global Computational Biology and Digital Sciences Unit you will have an impact on reinventing R&D, thereby actively contributing to the discovery of breakthrough therapies that ultimately will improve the quality of human life.
Tasks & responsibilities
- The aim of this job is to explore the Mode of Action (MoA) of a range of targets that are associated with human diseases. That insight will support the identification of novel biomarkers;
- You take a unique approach of analyzing and integrating multiscale omics data jointly, using rich datasets that we have acquired;
- You lead translational research efforts to uncover biomarkers of disease heterogeneity and cohort stratification. That includes complementing these findings with disease understanding through advanced statistical analysis/association of genetic/genomic multivariate datasets;
- Furthermore, you prototype workflows to streamline such analyses as needed for relevant data-types;
- As Principal Scientist, you work closely with other members in the department to develop algorithms or methods for intuitive patient stratification;
- In addition, you constantly interact with data scientists, external partners and wet-lab scientists to integrate novel findings for new target identification and prioritization of our portfolio;
- You always communicate clearly and effectively in verbal, visual, and written form to stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge.
Requirements
- PhD in Statistical Genetics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics or related fields;
- Several years of experience in the Pharmaceutical sector as well as proven expertise in state of the art biomarker technologies/omics platforms;
- Experience in integrating and analyzing large-scale omics data sets to identify new indications, endpoints and responsive sub-populations;
- Demonstrated experience in biomarker subject matter including an understanding of critical development functions;
- Ability to translate biological and medical questions into analytical models providing actionable results;
- Extensive background in statistical computing or bioinformatics with experience in relevant programming languages (e.g. R, Python).
EFFECTS OF COVID-19
We will continue to hire talented people and we look forward to receiving your applications. As a result of COVID-19, we have introduced alternative working arrangements to ensure that our employees can stay safe and healthy, because the health of our employees is among our top priorities. At all company locations, we work remotely whenever possible. Additionally, we are now hosting virtual video interviews for applicants. During the limited in-person interviews we still have during this time, we pay special attention to distance and the hygiene rules recommended by the Robert Koch Institute. New employees who do not start on site in production or the laboratories are sent the necessary IT equipment, our Welcome Days take place online, and we plan to conduct their onboarding training virtually whenever possible.
WHY BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM?
This is where you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.
We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth. We also offer a competitive salary, generous amount of vacation time, and numerous benefits towards your wellness & financial health and work-life balance. Plus, an onsite gym (Ingelheim), in-house doctor and best-in-class cafeterias and coffee bars to keep you energized and healthy. To learn more about what benefits could be waiting for you, please visit our Career area.
Want to learn more about us? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/.
Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
READY TO CONTACT US?
Please contact our Recruiting EMEA Team: Mr. Artur Reich, Tel: +49 (7351) 54-175904
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