Hiring: Principal Scientist, Immunology, Rheumatology & Lung Fibrosis Company: Boehringer Ingelheim Location: Ridgefield, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:03:53 Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility, R About the job Experience: •18 years of age or older Required Skills: •Contribute immunology-focused scientific leadership in autoimmune disease biology, rheumatology-associated lung involvement, autoimmune ILD, tissue inflammation, tissue remodeling, and fibrosis to support disease positioning and differentiation of discovery molecules •Design, develop, and apply disease-relevant translational assays and experimental systems, including complex in vitro/ex vivo models using relevant human immune cells, tissue-derived systems, immune/stromal/epithelial interactions, fibrosis readouts, and biomarker-linked endpoints •Translate mechanistic understanding of immune-cell biology, inflammatory pathways, lung injury and repair, tissue remodeling, fibrosis, and autoimmune disease biology into actionable experimental plans that inform project strategy and decision-making •Serve as a translational biology representative on discovery and development project teams, contributing to project hypotheses, assay strategy, data interpretation, and integrated translational packages •Independently propose, design, execute, analyze, and communicate scientific experiments aligned with predefined project and group goals, including the development or optimization of new methodologies, protocols, and test procedures •Guide the experimental work of scientists, contractors, and matrixed collaborators; provide day-to-day scientific mentorship and help build capability within the team •Manage direct reports as assigned, including goal setting, coaching, feedback, prioritization, and development of scientific staff, with an emphasis on quality, accountability, and growth •Prepare clear technical reports, translational summaries, publications, and presentations; communicate data and recommendations effectively to project teams, group leadership, and cross-functional partners Qualifications: •Ph.D. Degree or equivalent in immunology, pulmonary biology, cell biology, molecular biology, pharmacology, translational medicine, or a related discipline •Five (5+) years of relevant pharmaceutical, biotech, postdoctoral, or equivalent translational research experience •Strong scientific expertise in immunology, immune-cell biology, and tissue inflammation, with demonstrated ability to connect immune mechanisms to lung involvement, ILD pathobiology, and autoimmune-associated ILD •Practical knowledge of lung biology and rheumatology-associated pulmonary disease, including inflammatory and fibrotic mechanisms relevant to connective tissue disease-associated ILDs •In-depth knowledge of immune-cell interactions with stromal, epithelial, endothelial, or fibroblast compartments in inflammation, tissue remodeling, and fibrosis •Hands-on experience developing, optimizing, or applying disease-relevant in vitro or ex vivo assays, such as primary human cell systems, co-culture platforms, organotypic models, precision-cut tissue approaches, or related translational model systems •Strong communication skills, including the ability to articulate, defend, and contextualize scientific rationale and data in cross-functional settings •Proven ability to work effectively in matrixed, collaborative environments with changing priorities and multiple stakeholders •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) Compensation: •$140,000 - $222,000 / year •The position may be eligible for a role specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!