Novartis Group Companies
Senior Scientist, Comparative Medicine- Research Collaborations
Novartis Group Companies, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Senior Scientist, Comparative Medicine- Research Collaborations
Location: United States, Massachusetts, CambridgeDate: Aug 30, 2024Job Description SummaryResearch Collaborations (RC) is a centralized core unit within In vivo Science & Technology (IST), Comparative Medicine (CM). RC is responsible for performing best-in-class in-vivo studies together with developing key animal models and cutting-edge technologies needed for Biomedical Research (BR) drug discovery and development process. Together with animal well-being 3Rs practices within CM, RC brings high quality animal expertise, collaborating with BR Disease/Functional Areas for executing studies and developing animal models and innovative in vivo technologies.RC is looking for a highly experienced Senior Scientist with expertise in novel animal model development and their applications for various disease area targets. The candidate should have a strong in vivo scientific background and experience to applications with planning, designing, coordinating, and performing in vivo experiments for drug discovery and development. Additional expertise with applications for in vivo imaging systems, and other cutting-edge technology application is highly desirable. This candidate will require to work in a team environment, coordinating with BR's scientific projects in a collaborative matrix organization. Our in vivo research work at BR helps to discover and develop therapeutics for patients' unmet medical need.Your Key Responsibilities:Actively participate in scientific discussions, performing critical review of experimental protocols and identifying the best approach for in vivo studies according to project needs.Schedule, perform and coordinate state-of-the-art animal experimentation and data interpretation with the highest ethical and technical standards, setting up and validating animal models independently and/or together with BR scientific project teams.High level technical expertise with experience in developing novel animal models (Rodent and USDA species).Be an excellent team player and show potential to lead associates, ensuring appropriate performance, training, and professional development of the associates. Identify and coach high and low performers (leadership experience advantageous).Responsible for ensuring team compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines.Role Requirements:Some weekend on call, holiday coverage required.Bachelor or Master's in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent experience.Minimum 5+ years of experience in a technical skills tract laboratory animal program.Strong commitment to animal welfare, research support, and high quality in vivo focused science.Strong communication with a broad range of stakeholders, strong aptitudes as team player.Strong leadership skill base and prior experience of leading a small team of research associates, preferred.Responsible for pursuing continuous learning/professional development opportunities, enhancing/expanding skill set, and reviewing CM techniques.Fluency in English.Must be able to lift 50 lbs., be able to work from a standing position for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive motion tasks.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.Salary Range:
$97,600 - $146,400/yearSkills Desired:
Analytical Skill, Analytical Thinking, Anesthesia, Animal Models, Animal Testing, Animal Welfare, Chemistry, Clinical Research, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Design Of Experiments, Drug Discovery, Laboratory Equipment, Lifesciences.
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Location: United States, Massachusetts, CambridgeDate: Aug 30, 2024Job Description SummaryResearch Collaborations (RC) is a centralized core unit within In vivo Science & Technology (IST), Comparative Medicine (CM). RC is responsible for performing best-in-class in-vivo studies together with developing key animal models and cutting-edge technologies needed for Biomedical Research (BR) drug discovery and development process. Together with animal well-being 3Rs practices within CM, RC brings high quality animal expertise, collaborating with BR Disease/Functional Areas for executing studies and developing animal models and innovative in vivo technologies.RC is looking for a highly experienced Senior Scientist with expertise in novel animal model development and their applications for various disease area targets. The candidate should have a strong in vivo scientific background and experience to applications with planning, designing, coordinating, and performing in vivo experiments for drug discovery and development. Additional expertise with applications for in vivo imaging systems, and other cutting-edge technology application is highly desirable. This candidate will require to work in a team environment, coordinating with BR's scientific projects in a collaborative matrix organization. Our in vivo research work at BR helps to discover and develop therapeutics for patients' unmet medical need.Your Key Responsibilities:Actively participate in scientific discussions, performing critical review of experimental protocols and identifying the best approach for in vivo studies according to project needs.Schedule, perform and coordinate state-of-the-art animal experimentation and data interpretation with the highest ethical and technical standards, setting up and validating animal models independently and/or together with BR scientific project teams.High level technical expertise with experience in developing novel animal models (Rodent and USDA species).Be an excellent team player and show potential to lead associates, ensuring appropriate performance, training, and professional development of the associates. Identify and coach high and low performers (leadership experience advantageous).Responsible for ensuring team compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines.Role Requirements:Some weekend on call, holiday coverage required.Bachelor or Master's in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent experience.Minimum 5+ years of experience in a technical skills tract laboratory animal program.Strong commitment to animal welfare, research support, and high quality in vivo focused science.Strong communication with a broad range of stakeholders, strong aptitudes as team player.Strong leadership skill base and prior experience of leading a small team of research associates, preferred.Responsible for pursuing continuous learning/professional development opportunities, enhancing/expanding skill set, and reviewing CM techniques.Fluency in English.Must be able to lift 50 lbs., be able to work from a standing position for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive motion tasks.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.Salary Range:
$97,600 - $146,400/yearSkills Desired:
Analytical Skill, Analytical Thinking, Anesthesia, Animal Models, Animal Testing, Animal Welfare, Chemistry, Clinical Research, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Design Of Experiments, Drug Discovery, Laboratory Equipment, Lifesciences.
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