Novartis Hiring for Senior Scientist, Oncology Pharmacology job in Cambridge Full Time

About the role
Posting Title: Senior Scientist, Oncology Pharmacology

Internal Job Title: Senior Scientist I, Oncology Pharmacology

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About the role:
Novartis Biomedical Research (BR) is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our Oncology Pharmacology group in Cambridge, MA. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team of scientists and play a key role in advancing drug discovery projects as well as addressing translational research questions to ultimately inform clinical trial designs for cancer patients.

Your Key Responsibilities:
• Crafting and completing in vivo studies for PK/PD/efficacy assessment of pre-clinical oncology drug candidates and different combination partners
• Developing, optimizing and performing cell-based assays for biomarker identification and validation
• Supporting in vivo translational studies to advise clinical trial design
• Critically analyzing and communicating study results within a multidisciplinary team environment

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
Essential Requirements:
• This position will be located at the Cambridge, MA site and will not have the ability to be located remotely. This position will not require travel as defined by the business (domestic and/ or international).
• Minimum of a BS/MS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or related field with 4+ years in industry or academia working with standard molecular and cell biology techniques
• Extensive experience working with CDX and PDX xenograft tumor models and/or syngeneic models required
• Ability to independently craft and conduct experiments
• Strong analytical, communication and critical problem-solving abilities
• Dedication to excellence, collaboration and learning
• Excellent in vitro and in vivo technical ability and a passion for data generation and analysis

Desirable Requirements:
• Hands-on mouse/rat handling skills, including dosing (IV, IP, PO), tumor implantation, caliper tumor measurements, and blood/tissue collection techniques preferred

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

Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

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 $92,800 – $139,200/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, 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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