Novartis Research Scientist Job Opening – Cell & Mol Bio Apply Online
At Novartis, a global healthcare company dedicated to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Our mission is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. At Novartis, we believe in the power of our people to drive innovation and create solutions that impact patients worldwide. Join us in our pursuit to deliver transformative therapies and make a difference in healthcare!
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated scientist to contribute to our mission to deliver transformative new therapies for patients. In this position, you will contribute to research programs delineating key mechanisms involved in kidney disease development and progression, playing a crucial role in progressing new targets toward drug discovery through the development and execution of novel cell-based systems in order to improve patient outcomes.
Job Title: Research Scientist, Kidney Disease (BS or MS)
Internal Job Title: Research Scientist II (Level 2/GJFA 7),
Location: On-site, Cambridge, MA
Job ID: REQ-10041351
We are looking for a dedicated Research Scientist to join our team and drive innovative research programs focused on kidney disease. The ideal candidate will have a background in cell biology, molecular biology, or related life science field, with experience in cell culture, assay development, and molecular techniques. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to cutting-edge research that can impact patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and execute experiments generating high-quality data for projects in the DAx portfolio.
- Evaluate results, interpret data, and present findings in alignment with project needs.
- Establish, optimize, and validate novel in vitro models for kidney diseases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the organization.
Essential Requirements:
- BS or MS in cell biology, molecular biology, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate laboratory experience in industrial drug discovery.
- Proficiency in cell culture, cell-based assay development, and molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with iPSC cultures and a desire to learn and grow.
- Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience in cell-based and biochemical assay development in an industrial setting.
- Experience with iPSC derived models, kidney organoids, or ex vivo systems.
Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine and improve lives. Be part of our mission to create a significant impact on patient care. Join us at Novartis and be part of a team that drives innovation and values diversity and inclusion.
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Keywords: Novartis, Research Scientist, Kidney Disease, BS, MS, Drug Discovery, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, In Vitro Models
