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NGS Research Scientist, BS/MS

Employer
Novartis
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 4, 2023

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Discipline
Health Sciences
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Research Scientist
Organization Type
Pharma

Job Details

Job Description

1 purpose: To drive drug discovery with advanced genomics.

The Genomics Group, within the Novartis Chemical Biology and Therapeutics platform, applies state of the art genomic technology solutions to the discovery of novel drug targets, the identification of new therapeutic modalities and characterization of their mode of action. Further, we continuously strive to identify, evaluate, and develop new genomic technologies and apply them to constantly evolving disease target and drug discovery programs.

We are seeking a highly motivated bench scientist to join our multidisciplinary Genomics group. We will provide the opportunity to learn and apply innovative NGS technologies including RNAseq, single-cell RNAseq, and spatial transcriptomics. This hands-on role offers an opportunity to learn and work closely with bench and data scientists within and outside the group and to design and implement projects in various disease areas.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Learn to independently run, optimize, and troubleshoot various NGS workflows such as Amplicon-seq, RNA-seq, single cell RNAseq and Spatial Transcriptomics.

- Innovate, evaluate, and implement custom NGS methods tailored to specific drug discovery projects

- Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary teams of genomics scientists and computational biologists to apply genomic technologies to further drug discovery efforts

- QC and interpret data, troubleshoot, and communicate effectively with other members of a project team

- Present data at group meetings, contribute to publications and internal reports

- Take ownership of laboratory operations responsibilities like maintenance of specific instruments or supplies

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum requirements - What You'll Bring to the Role:

- B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field. 2+ years of directly relevant laboratory experience is desired.

- Understanding and hands-on experience of NGS technologies, including DNA/RNA extraction, sample QC with Tapestation/Bioanalyzer, and library preparation

- Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal and teamwork skills

- Diligent, self-motivated, and scientifically driven with proficient reasoning skills in experimental design and data interpretation

- Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and results-oriented environment

Desired Skills:

- Experience with single cell RNAseq and/or Spatial Transcriptions

- Experience with sequencing on Illumina platform

- Histology experience, including tissue sectioning and staining

Why Novartis?

766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives.

We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!

Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $84,000 and $126,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network

Company

At Novartis, we are reimagining medicine.

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives. We use innovative science and technology to address some of society's most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible.

Novartis has one of the industry’s most competitive pipelines. Many of these projects, which include new molecular entities as well as additional indications and different formulations for marketed products, are for medicines that could significantly advance treatment standards for patients worldwide.

We have entered an exciting era in health and biomedical innovation. Powered by our incredible colleagues, supported by our flexible-hybrid working model, new AI powered learning, personal growth and career platform and a refreshed commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion, we are well-poised to help lead this transformative moment for our industry and for ourselves. Join Us!

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