Novartis Hiring for Research Scientist, Comparative Medicines (GEMs Breeding) job in Cambridge Full Time

This role, in Genetically Engineered Mouse Models (GEMs) within the mouse breeding team is a highly technical, specialized position. The Research Scientist, CM will be responsible for supporting research by providing high quality & consistent in vivo transgenic research support within our multi-building, multi-discipline research program; performs supplemental tasks in assisting the Manager and other delegated programmatic oversight duties as specified.

Major Accountabilities:
Principally responsible for daily, hands-on in vivo breeding support. This includes the following procedures:
• Establish and take down mating pairs
• Perform ear and tail biopsies
• Animal database management
• Perform plug checks and IP hormone injections
• Perform relocation requests and protocol transfer requests
• Wean pups
• Mouse Euthanasia
• Routinely responsible for ensuring compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines
• Responsible for pursing continuous learning/professional development opportunities and enhancing/expanding skill set as time allows.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We 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.

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 let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:

• Novartis: e-mail [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339
• Sandoz: e-mail [email protected] or call: +1-609-422-4098

Role Requirements
• Science degree, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• 2-year degree in Veterinary Sciences or 4-year Veterinary technician certification highly preferred
• ALAT Certification desirable or pursued after start
• Experience in a technical skills tract laboratory animal program
• Excellent basic mathematic & compound dose/volume administration calculation skills
• Superior written and oral communication and data documentation skills
• Working knowledge of federal, state, local (Animal Welfare) laws, departmental SOP’s.
• Thorough understanding and comprehension of operational facts, techniques, nomenclature, equipment, theories, etc. as they relate specifically to job performance function in the laboratory animal research environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and database use desirable
• Team-oriented and interactive. Supportive of peer/team development and performance
• Able to lift/move medium to heavy objects, work from a standing position for prolonged periods and perform repetitive motion tasks

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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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 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.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $66,000- $114,500; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/23 through 12/31/23, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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.

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