Senior Scientist II

Novartis Farmacéutica; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biomedical research seeks a Senior Scientist II in Cambridge to drive bioanalysis and validate assays for novel biologics. The role requires an advanced degree and extensive lab experience, focusing on teamwork and patient care improvement. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful research.

Benefits

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous time off package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of regulated lab experience.
• Strong proficiency in ELISA, ECL, LC/MS.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate assays and perform sample analysis.
• Prepare study protocols and reports.
• Mentor peers and contribute to lab maintenance.

Skills

Bioanalytics

Laboratory Skills

Data Analysis

Biological Techniques

Collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in biological sciences

Tools

ELISA

LC/MS

Job description

Onsite: Cambridge, MA
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Are you looking to build and grow your scientific toolbox and get hands-on experience with novel modalities? As a Senior Scientist II in the Translational Medicine Drug Disposition Bioanalytical group, you will have the opportunity to make a difference. If you have a collaborative nature, a commitment to teamwork across an organization and a relentless focus on improving patient care we want you to apply.

About the Role

In the Senior Scientist II role, you will use your knowledge of bioanalytics and lab/instrument skills to develop, validate and analyze clinical samples focusing on our novel modality biologics portfolio.

To conduct bioanalysis in a regulated GCP lab:

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently designing, developing, and validating assays, and performing sample analysis using biological techniques for PK, PD and immunogenicity following SOPs and guidelines.
• Being responsible for all assigned study/lab/project activities and providing input to bioanalytical strategies.
• Data processing, evaluating results, interpreting data, and drawing relevant conclusions. Critically analyzing data on study and project levels.
• Conducting lab activities and keeping timely raw data records in accordance with company and health authority guidelines.
• Preparing study protocols, reports, and contributing to health authority documents.
• Maintaining high level of competence on routinely used laboratory equipment and/or LIMS systems. Evaluating and setting up new technologies as they are introduced to the lab.
• Contributing to the general lab environment, including instrument maintenance, writing/updating templates and SOPs, software validation activities, ordering supplies, etc.
• Coaching and mentoring in a matrix team environment.
  
• Advanced university degree in biological related sciences or equivalent (e.g. Masters), with 5+ years of relevant regulated lab experience.
• Strong laboratory skills with proficiency in several biological techniques (ELISA, ECL, LC/MS, etc.) and their associated software.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and organize work across multiple projects to meet timelines
• Eagerness to take on additional responsibilities when required; flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and strategies.
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to mentor/coach peers

The salary for this position is expected to range between $94,000 and $174,000 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.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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Division Biomedical Research

Business Unit Pharma Research

Location USA

State Massachusetts

Site Cambridge (USA)

Company / Legal Entity U175 (FCRS = US175) Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.