Genetics Lab Lead: Genotype-to-Phenotype Discovery

Novartis Group Companies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 138,600 - 283,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based cash incentives

Annual equity awards

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Novartis Group Companies is seeking a highly motivated Senior Principal Scientist to lead a Human Genetics lab in Cambridge, MA. You will be responsible for integrating genetic insights into biological hypotheses, managing a high-performing team, and collaborating cross-functionally.

Ideal candidates will have a PhD in genetics, with over 8 years of experience focusing on rare variants and a strong background in experimental biology. We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

Qualifications

• PhD with 8+ years of post-graduate experience in genetics.
• Strong background in experimental biology related to variant characterization.
• Experience connecting clinical genetic data to biological mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of scientists to characterize human genetic variation.
• Manage resources across multiple projects for data generation.
• Serve as a scientific leader in cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Chemical Biology

Chemistry

Clinical Research

Clinical Trials

Collaboration

Curious Mindset

Data Analysis

Decision Making

Detail-Oriented

Drug Development

Ethics

Machine Learning (ML)

Medical Research

Mentorship

Patient Care

Science

Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder Management

Education

PhD in Genetics or related field

Job description

Novartis Group Companies is seeking a highly motivated Senior Principal Scientist to lead a Human Genetics lab in Cambridge, MA. You will be responsible for integrating genetic insights into biological hypotheses, managing a high-performing team, and collaborating cross-functionally.

Ideal candidates will have a PhD in genetics, with over 8 years of experience focusing on rare variants and a strong background in experimental biology. We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.