Senior Scientist I, Comparative Medicine - Training and Innovation

Novartis Group Companies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Scientist I to join a dynamic team focused on in-vivo training and innovation. This role emphasizes high ethical standards and technical expertise in animal procedures, particularly with rodents. The successful candidate will lead training initiatives, develop novel techniques, and collaborate closely with research teams to enhance animal welfare and scientific research. If you are passionate about advancing in-vivo practices and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in drug development.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Bonuses

Stock options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of in-vivo experience in industry with surgical skills.
• Experience training in-vivo staff across various techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in-person training on in-vivo procedures.
• Develop and refine training practices ensuring compliance.

Skills

Surgical skills

Hands-on in-vivo experience

Training in-vivo staff

Animal welfare knowledge

Mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences

Master’s in Biomedical Sciences

LAT certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Training and Innovation (T&I) is a centralized group within the In vivo Science & Technology (IST) platform at the Comparative Medicine (CM) functional unit. T&I team members are responsible for planning and conducting in-person training of simple to complex in-vivo procedures for all associates working with animals at Novartis Biomedical Research (BR). The team collaborates with BR's in-vivo community to develop and standardize novel animal models and innovative in-vivo technologies for target discovery and drug development, emphasizing animal well-being and the 3Rs principles. T&I fosters best practices by collaborating with BR's in-vivo scientists for technical guidance and implementing new technologies/models.

T&I seeks a highly experienced Senior Scientist I with extensive knowledge and skills in animal work within an industrial vivarium, primarily involving rodents and some USDA species. Skills required include hands-on experience with dosing via multiple routes, surgical manipulations, monitoring, euthanasia, blood/tissue collection, and application of animal welfare principles in innovative procedures. The candidate should have experience training in-vivo scientists across a range of techniques. The role involves working in a fast-paced, collaborative, matrix environment supporting in-vivo work critical for target discovery and therapeutics development at BR.

#LI-Onsite

This position is based in Cambridge and is not remote.

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities:

1. Plan, coordinate, and execute in-person training on multiple in-vivo procedures for BR scientists, maintaining high ethical and technical standards.
2. Develop and refine training practices, ensure compliance with institutional/regulatory policies.
3. Provide high-level surgical expertise and develop novel animal procedures/techniques.
4. Liaise with research teams to understand scientific rationales and training needs.
5. Lead and review SOPs and documentation to streamline workflows.

Role Requirements:

1. Full-time on-site work with weekend/holiday coverage as needed.
2. Bachelor’s in Biomedical, Pharmacological Sciences, Veterinary, or Animal Science; LAT certification and Master’s preferred.
3. 5+ years of hands-on in-vivo experience in industry, including surgical skills.
4. Strong knowledge of animal welfare and scientific research.
5. Experience in training in-vivo staff is highly desirable.
6. Ability to lift 50 lbs, work standing for prolonged periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
7. Fluent in English, with good mathematical skills.

Additional Information

The salary range is $93,800 - $174,200/year, with potential adjustments based on market and individual factors. Benefits include medical coverage, bonuses, stock options, and more.

Novartis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.