Cardiovascular Biochemistry Scientist II

U175 (FCRS = US175) Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a laboratory-based in vitro Research Scientist to support target validation, assay development, and drug profiling across exploratory and pipeline projects.

You will work with small molecules and biologics, perform biochemical and cell-based assays, document results in the ELN, and present findings at meetings. A Bachelor's or Master's in biology or related field with 4+ years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or related life science field (minimum Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant post-graduate research experience).
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to quickly learn new techniques.
• Knowledge of statistics and computational data analysis.
• Strong communication and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed team environment.
• Exemplary laboratory practices and record-keeping skills.
• Flexibility and an aptitude for learning, with a passion for driving groundbreaking science.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute biochemical and cell-based assays to support drug discovery.
• Perform in vitro experiments to support assay development, profiling of therapeutic leads, target validation, and mechanism-of-action studies.
• Apply core laboratory techniques, including cell culture, quantitative polymerase chain reaction, gene knockdown with small interfering RNA, immunofluorescence microscopy, and Western blotting.
• Analyze data and document experiments accurately in the electronic laboratory notebook.
• Present results at lab and department meetings.
• Assist in writing research documents and scientific publications.

Skills

Biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in biology/biochemistry/cell biology or related life science

Job description

Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a laboratory-based in vitro Research Scientist to support target validation, assay development, and drug profiling across exploratory and pipeline projects.

You will work with small molecules and biologics, perform biochemical and cell-based assays, document results in the ELN, and present findings at meetings. A Bachelor's or Master's in biology or related field with 4+ years of experience is required.