Vivo Research Scientist

Summary

This role sits within our Comparative Medicines group, and is a highly technical and a specialized professional position responsible for collaborating with multi‑discipline research programs by providing high quality & consistent in‑vivo scientific/technical support.

Internal

Position Title:

Research Scientist I/II

Position Location: onsite, Basel, CH

Novartis' Biomedical Research division is our Innovation engine. We have bold objectives to transform the lives of millions of people living with diseases and conditions and unmet medical needs. We currently have an opportunity for an in‑vivo research associate to join us and contribute in making a real impact to patient lives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure state‑of‑the‑art animal experimentation with highest ethical and technical standards: animal (mouse, rat) handling, substance application, clinical signs monitoring/scoring, blood/organ sampling or implementation of novel technologies.
• Provide evaluation of data with limited input from supervisor.
• Professional experience in pharmacodynamic, pharmacokinetic and tolerability studies advantageous.
• Weekend duties, early morning or late evening activity (e.g. dosing, bleeding).
• Closely and independently interact with scientists.
• Understand and update experimental protocols.
• Responsible for pursuing continuous learning/professional development opportunities, enhancing/expanding skill set, and reviewing in‑vivo techniques.

Minimum Requirements:

• BSc degree in a scientific discipline, plus completed education as in‑vivo laboratory technician (LTK 1 or equivalent).
• 2+ years of experience performing in vivo work with rodents in an academic or industry setting.
• Excellent mathematic & compound dose/volume administration calculation skills.
• Superior written and oral communication and data documentation skills required.
• Strong commitment to animal welfare, team player, detail‑oriented.
• Fluent in English required; knowledge of French and/or German desirable.

* Please note that restrictions on flexible working may apply and will be discussed at interview stage if applicable.

Accessibility and Accommodation:

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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?

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