Senior Scientist I

Novartis Group Companies; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 101,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Group Companies in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Scientist to advance tissue-based biomarker assays (IHC, ISH, FIHC) for clinical trials and exploratory research across Oncology. You will work within OPB, collaborating across sub-teams to transfer assays to CROs and support diverse therapeutic modalities.

The role requires a Master's in biology or related field, plus 2 years of relevant experience in histology techniques, and offers a comprehensive US benefits package with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology, cell biology, neuroscience, or a related field.
• 2 years of work experience in the job offered or related position.
• Experience with Immunohistochemical, Immunofluorescence techniques, Histology.

Responsibilities

• Develop tissue-based biomarker assays (IHC, ISH, FIHC) and transfer to CROs for clinical trials or exploratory research.
• Support programs across oncology modalities and disease indications.
• Develop image analysis skills and participate in technical development within OPB.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Chemical Biology

Chemistry

Clinical Research

Clinical Trials

Collaboration

Curious Mindset

Data Analysis

Detail-Oriented

Ethics

Gene Therapy

Immunology

Machine Learning (ML)

Mammalian Cell Culture

Medical Research

Molecular Biology

Patient Care

Science

Education

Master's degree in biology, cell biology, neuroscience, or a related field

Tools

Immunohistochemical

Immunofluorescence techniques

Histology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Title: Senior Scientist

Summary

Novartis will not sponsor visas for this position.

Telecommunication/WFH allowed. Position reports to Cambridge, MA

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

Senior Scientist will work within a sub-team of OPB, primarily passionate about tissue based biomarker assay development (e.g., IHC, ISH, and FIHC) for eventual transfer to external contract research organizations as part of clinical trials or for exploratory research on preclinical and consented clinical and commercial samples. The Senior Scientist will help support programs across a wide range of therapeutic modalities and disease indications within Oncology and have opportunities to develop additional skills in image analysis and participate in technical development within OPB.

Job Description

Essential Requirements:

Master's degree in biology, cell biology, neuroscience, or a related field.

2 years of work experience in the job offered or related position; and

Experience with the following:

• Immunohistochemical
• Immunofluorescence techniques
• Histology

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $100,755 to $174,200 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range

$93,800.00 - $174,200.00

Skills Desired

Analytical Thinking, Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Curious Mindset, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Ethics, Gene Therapy, Immunology, Machine Learning (ML), Mammalian Cell Culture, Medical Research, Molecular Biology, Patient Care, Science