Senior Scientist, Human Genetics & Translational Discovery

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Principal Scientist to advance human genetics-driven drug discovery across diseases, including inflammatory, cardiorenal metabolic disorders and cancer immunology. You will lead analyses, interpret results and mentor teams in a global genetics program.

The role focuses on biobank-scale data, translational biomarker nomination and establishing proof of clinical concept, with significant project leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to advance therapeutic strategies using human genetics.
• Contribute to analyses and build datasets with the global human genetics team.
• Lead strategic initiatives and share expertise across departments.
• Collaborate with external academic and industry partners.
• Contribute knowledge of biobank-scale clinicogenomic data and translational application.
• Plan and prioritize genetics analysis and communication for the project.

Skills

Genetics expertise

Programming experience

Collaboration

Project management

Education

PhD in Statistical Genetics or related field

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Principal Scientist to advance human genetics-driven drug discovery across diseases, including inflammatory, cardiorenal metabolic disorders and cancer immunology. You will lead analyses, interpret results and mentor teams in a global genetics program.

The role focuses on biobank-scale data, translational biomarker nomination and establishing proof of clinical concept, with significant project leadership responsibilities.