Scientific Associate, Biochemistry, Oncology

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 66.000 - 122.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

Novartis Pharma AG in Basel, Switzerland seeks a Scientific Associate in Oncology Biochemistry to develop innovative biochemical and biophysical assays and to characterize protein targets for oncology drug discovery. You will work across low molecular weight and radioligand therapy programs, collaborating across disciplines to generate insights that advance oncology research.

Your role involves executing assays, interpreting data, and communicating results to project teams, with emphasis on SPR

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or a related discipline.
• Not intended for doctoral or postdoctoral candidates.
• Hands-on experience in a comparable research position.
• Experience with biochemical assays including TR-FRET, fluorescence polarization, and enzyme assays.
• Practical expertise in biophysical methods, particularly surface plasmon resonance.
• Experience analyzing protein–ligand interactions and data interpretation.
• Fluency in English; German or French helpful.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute biochemical and biophysical assays with diverse technologies, emphasizing SPR.
• Characterize protein targets for oncology drug discovery.
• Profile compounds and investigate mechanisms of action across programs.
• Analyze and document experimental data in ELNs and reports.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary, cross-site teams.
• Present findings and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Biochemistry

Biophysics

TR-FRET

Fluorescence polarization

Enzyme assays

Surface plasmon resonance

Protein-ligand interactions

English fluency

Lab automation

Ausbildung

BSc or MSc in Biochemistry/Biophysics

Tools

SPR instrumentation

Jobbeschreibung

Salary Range: CHF65,870.00 - CHF122,330.00 Job Description Summary Role Type: Onsite working, #LI-Onsite Location: Basel, Switzerland Relocation Support: This role is based in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

What if your expertise in biochemistry and biophysics could help identify the anticancer medicines of the future? As a Scientific Associate in our Oncology Biochemistry group, you will develop innovative assays, characterize protein targets, and investigate how promising compounds work. Supporting both low molecular weight and radioligand therapy projects, you will collaborate across disciplines and sites to generate high-quality scientific insights that advance oncology drug discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative biochemical and biophysical assays using diverse technologies, with emphasis on surface plasmon resonance.
• Contribute to the functional characterization of protein targets supporting oncology drug discovery projects.
• Profile compounds and investigate their mechanisms of action across low molecular weight and radioligand therapy programs.
• Analyze, interpret, and document experimental data in electronic laboratory notebooks and scientific reports.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary, cross-functional, and multi-site project teams.
• Present experimental findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly to project teams and internal stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or a related discipline.
• This position is not intended for doctoral or postdoctoral candidates.
• Practical laboratory experience in a comparable research position.
• Hands-on experience with biochemical assays, including time-resolved fluorescence resonance energy transfer, fluorescence polarization, and enzyme assays.
• Practical expertise in biophysical methods, particularly surface plasmon resonance.
• Experience analyzing protein-ligand interactions, including standard curve fitting and data interpretation.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory automation using small-scale workstations, together with fluency in English.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous laboratory experience supporting drug discovery research.
• Proficiency in German or French in addition to English.

Benefits & Rewards

• Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 65,870.00 - 122,330.00 CHF.
• Annual The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives.
• We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package.
• Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
• Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf
• Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable.
• A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and accommodation

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Why Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

Skills Desired

• Algorithms
• Analytical Thinking
• Chemical Biology
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Trials
• Collaboration
• Curious Mindset
• Data Analysis
• Detail-Oriented
• Ethics
• Hypothesis Testing
• Immunology
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Medical Research
• Molecular Biology
• Science

Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives.