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Boehringer Ingelheim · 2 days ago

US_Principal Scientist, Human Genetics

Ridgefield, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $222K/yr

5+ years exp

Boehringer Ingelheim is a global leader in pharmaceutical development, and they are seeking a Principal Scientist to advance human genetics-driven drug discovery across multiple disease areas. This role requires deep expertise in genetic analyses and significant responsibilities in project leadership and team mentorship.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional teams to establish and advance therapeutic strategies, specifically contributing relevant evidence and innovative ideas from human genetics

Contribute to analyses, and to building datasets and analytic capabilities as needed in partnership with the global human genetics team to address research needs that can be addressed with genetics

Excel in strategic initiatives, offer insights and execute tasks at the level of a recognized subject matter expert

Effectively lead, collaborate, and communicate across internal departments and with external academic and industry partners

Qualification

Statistical GeneticsGenetic EpidemiologyComputational BiologyProgramming LanguagesDisease TranslationProject ManagementCollaborationPresentation Skills

Required

PhD in Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology, or Computational Biology, Statistics, Computer Science or related fields with genetics focus

Several years of professional expertise

5 years of post-PhD industry experience in disease translation within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment

In-depth biological and translational knowledge in one of the disease focus areas of Boehringer Ingelheim

Strong genetics expertise demonstrated through successful disease translation applications and a proven track record of delivering value through human genomics

Extensive computing and programming experience with demonstrated proficiency in relevant programming languages

Strong collaborator and presenter with proven experience in driving impact within matrix environments

Demonstrated project management expertise in leading cross-functional projects and teams

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction

Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)

Must be 18 years of age or older

Benefits

Role specific variable or performance-based bonus

Other compensation elements

Company

Boehringer Ingelheim

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Boehringer Ingelheim is a group of pharmaceutical companies that focuses on prescription medicines and animal health. It is a sub-organization of Boehringer Ingelheim.

Founded in 1885

Ingelheim Am Rhein, Rheinland-Pfalz, DEU

10001+ employees