Scientist IV, Bacterial Immunology
Company: Boehringer Ingelheim
Location: Ames
Posted on: June 18, 2022
Job Description:
Description:Description\:Conduct research for bacterial diseases
of animals that provide solutions including novel entities for
treatment and control of bacterial diseases in multiple species.The
incumbent is accountable for increasing the understanding of the
host immune responses to microbial insult and immunological disease
mechanisms and pathogenesis and virulence mechanisms of bacteria,
contributing to the discovery and the development of novel entities
to control and prevent bacteria and their diseases in animals. They
will be responsible for the design, interpretation and presentation
of experiments that have a new, novel design or new technologies as
well as perform studies that follow established approaches.The
incumbent will be a part of a highly innovative, collaborative and
expanding research team that is working together to deliver the
next generation of solutions to prevent and control bacterial
diseases (vaccines, pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical agents)
building a market leading R&D pipeline addressing customers'
needs towards bacterial diseases of animals.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, diversity and
inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our
competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer
Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.Duties &
Responsibilities\:
- Initiates, designs, interprets accurately, troubleshoots and
completes routine procedures independently and efficiently;
initiates, designs, interprets accurately, troubleshoots and
completes non-routine and difficult procedures generally without
supervision; Initiates and conducts exploratory experiments.
- Proposes, gains support for and implements ideas from
individual's knowledge of science and technology and understanding
of research and development process.
- Proposes, evaluates and implements new technologies;
independently applies basic scientific principles, performs
literature searches, attends scientific meetings, and keeps abreast
of literature in own field.
- Effectively communicates and defends own work, orally and in
writing, in the context of the company and team goals at
meetings.
- Demonstrates a contemporary level of technical proficiency in
field; trains technicians and junior level scientists in this
field.
- Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and
ethics.
- Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a
safe manner; Maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and
policies.
- Participate in cross departmental project teams when
assigned.
- Ensure laboratory facility and equipments are well
maintained.
- Stay current with policies and SOPs regarding safe operations
in the laboratory. Ensure laboratory technicians are well trained
and up-to-date with respect to safety and handling of infectious
agents.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate, national and
local authority regulations.Scientist IV Requirements\:
- PhD from an accredited institution in Immunology or Bacterial
Pathogenesis with two (2) years of experience in a related
scientific discipline; Or
- Master's Degree from an accredited institution with a minimum
of six (6) years of experience in a related scientific discipline;
Or
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with minimum
of ten (10) years of experience in a related field.
- A background in Immunology and vaccine or therapeutic
development is required.
- Experiences in Immunology and Pathogenesis is essential.
- Familiarity with CVB vaccine development requirements.
- Ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams is
required.
- Ability to create written scientific reports and protocols, and
strong verbal communication skills are required.
- Ability to clearly articulate scientific and operational
concepts of vaccine research across functions.
- The role requires highly motivated, dependable and
well-organized individual who is able to operate with minimal
supervision.Senior Scientist Requirements\:
- Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Bacteriology,
Immunology, Veterinary Medicine, Infectious diseases or related
field with minimum of seven (7) years of broad experience in a
related field with proven track record of implementing or
investigating technologies at a global level.
- DVM or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum two (2) years of pharmaceutical industry experience
preferred.
- Supervisory experience (preferred) and working in project teams
is required.
- Experience in bacteriology, Immunology, bacterial genetics,
genomics, biomarkers, molecular techniques, and the ability to
translate this knowledge into successful bacterial vaccine and
therapeutic candidates and disease control approaches is
essential.
- A background in Immunology and vaccine or therapeutic research
is required.
- Contemporary and demonstrated knowledge of the bacterial
immunology, genetics, molecular biology and metabolism of bacteria
and their associated diseases.
- Familiarity with vaccine and therapeutic development
requirements - consistent with International Standards e.g. US\:
CVB and EU\: Ph. Eur. requirements
- Ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams is
required.
- Ability to build scientifically robust hypothesis and design
experiments to test it, create written scientific reports and
protocols, and strong verbal communication skills are
required.
- Ability to clearly articulate scientific and operational
concepts of vaccine and therpautic research.
- Excellent abilities to create written scientific reports and
protocols, and strong verbal communication skills are
required.
- A proven track-record of peer-reviewed publications, patents
and presentations at conferences. Ability to clearly articulate
scientific and operational concepts of bacterial disease research
across functions.
- Good planning, prioritization, problem solving, and
organizational skills.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.
- This position will require individuals to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious
accommodation. Click here for more information on the vaccine
mandate and COVID-19.Who We Are\:At Boehringer Ingelheim we create
value through innovation with one clear goal\: to improve the lives
of patients. 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 are powered by 50.000 employees globally who
nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning
and development for all employees is key because your growth is our
growth.Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join
us in our effort to make more health.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.
Keywords: Boehringer Ingelheim, Ames , Scientist IV, Bacterial Immunology, Healthcare , Ames, Iowa
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