Scientist III, Biotherapeutics

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking an experienced scientist to independently perform research in a Biotherapeutics setting. You will design analyses, interpret experiments, and modify protocols to advance discovery projects in a collaborative team environment.

Qualified candidates have a Master’s or Bachelor’s in chemistry/biochemistry with several years of related experience. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution with 3+ years of related experience OR Bachelor’s with 7+ years in chemistry/biochemistry.
• Working knowledge of protein engineering, lead generation, immunology and purification.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and present results to project teams.

Responsibilities

• Performs expert technical functions with limited guidance on protocols.
• Understands team goals and contributes to program objectives.
• Designs analyses and interprets experiments with input from teams.
• Modifies protocols and conducts literature searches for relevant info.
• Mentors junior scientists and drafts technical reports with required accuracy.
• Ensures safety, compliance, and proper records per SOPs.

Skills

Protein engineering

Mass spectrometry

Protein expression

Purification

Analytical biophysics

Lead generation

Immunology

Data analysis

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

Mass spectrometry instrumentation

Chromatography systems

Analytical software

Job description

Description

Contributes to R&D discovery research by independently performing scientific research. Implements and modifies protocols as required. Provides scientific ability and results within a technical specialty required for Biotherapeutics department productivity. Represents his area of expertise within project teams. Maintains sufficient knowledge of skill center process to integrate his contributions to projects.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies’ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim’s high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs as an expert in a specialized area in order to introduce and perform technical functions. Requires limited guidance to perform technical protocols.
• Demonstrates clear understanding of research or development team goals and works effectively toward achieving them; Has ability to participate on project teams and contribute to defining expertise-related aspects of program goals.
• Designs analyses and interprets own experiments with input from project or technical teams. Routinely suggests follow-up experiments.
• Applies experimental design principles to modify protocols. Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information.
• Contributes to training colleagues and junior scientists in area of technical expertise. Maintains understanding of drug discovery process. Drafts and audits technical reports.
• Complies with all applicable regulations; Ensures that work performed in area of responsibility is conducted in a safe and compliant manner; Maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies.
• Contributes to departmental administration; Demonstrates fiscal responsibility with respect to cost of experiments, technology, external collaborations, and travel.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution with three-plus (3+) years of experience in related scientific discipline, OR Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with seven-plus (7+) years of experience in related scientific discipline in Chemistry AND/OR Biochemistry.
• Requires a sufficient working knowledge of a technology employed in the skill center such as protein engineering, lead generation and associated immunology, protein expression and purification, analytical biophysics of proteins, advanced mass spectrometry to efficiently provide pertinent results with limited supervision.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment and present and defend results to project and technical teams.

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

• Hands-on experience with protein engineering, recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterization.
• Proficiency in analytical biophysics methods for assessing protein quality, stability, interactions, and developability.
• Experience with assay development, experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and interpretation of complex results.
• Working knowledge of antibody and biologics discovery workflows, including lead generation and relevant immunology.
• Familiarity with advanced analytical technologies, including mass spectrometry, chromatography, and spectroscopic methods.
• Ability to document research accurately, prepare technical reports, and maintain compliant electronic laboratory records.
• Strong scientific communication skills, including presenting and defending results to project and technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines, manage multiple priorities, and work independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated digital aptitude, including coding proficiency and the effective use of electronic laboratory notebooks, scientific software, data-analysis tools, and AI/ML technologies to analyze data, automate workflows, and enhance research productivity.

Eligibility Requirements

• 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

Compensation Data

The base salary range for this position is $87,000 to $130,600. The position may be eligible for a role-specific discretionary bonus, relocation assistance, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, paid holidays, disability and life insurance benefits, and other company-sponsored benefits.

JOB ID

37262

Job function

Research

Career level

Experienced professionals

Organization

BI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Working time

Full-Time

Job flexibility

On-Site

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 a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law