On-Site Biochemistry Research Scientist, CVM – Cambridge

Novartis Group Companies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Group Companies in Cambridge, MA seeks a laboratory-based in vitro Research Scientist to advance target validation, assay development and drug profiling in CVM Biochemistry. You will work with small molecules and biologics, perform biochemical and cell-based assays, and present data in a collaborative setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in biology/biochemistry with 4+ years of post-graduate experience, meticulous data handling, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a 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

Analytical thinking

Molecular biology

Mammalian cell culture

Data analysis

Design of Experiments

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Bioinformatics

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/biochemistry/cell biology

Master's degree in biology/biochemistry

Job description

Novartis Group Companies in Cambridge, MA seeks a laboratory-based in vitro Research Scientist to advance target validation, assay development and drug profiling in CVM Biochemistry. You will work with small molecules and biologics, perform biochemical and cell-based assays, and present data in a collaborative setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in biology/biochemistry with 4+ years of post-graduate experience, meticulous data handling, and strong communication skills.