Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$99k–$183k/yr
Band Level 3 Job Description Summary The Novartis Biomedical Research Discovery Science department is seeking a cell biologist to join the Chemical Biology group. This team focuses on early, innovative projects, leveragi…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$149k–$215k/yr
Job title: Senior Principal Scientist/Principal Scientist, Real-World Evidence & Disease Genomics Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job Join Sanofi's Target, Disease and Systems Biology (TDSB) team and become a key contr…
Skills: Real-World Evidence, Disease Genomics, Electronic Health Records, OMOP Common Data Model, Target Trial Emulation
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$179k–$258k/yr
Job title: HEVA (HEOR) Business Partner Location: Cambridge, MA / Morristown, NJ About the Job Join the team transforming care for people with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and neurological conditions. In Sp…
Skills: Health Economic and Outcomes Research, Economic Modeling, Database Analysis, Observational Research, Systematic Literature Review
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$149k–$215k/yr
Job Title: Senior Principal Scientist I - Functional Biomarkers Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job Functional group leader in the US Laboratory Sciences group, a global department within the Translational Medicine Uni…
Skills: Flow Cytometry, Immunophenotyping, Assay Design, Method Validation, People Management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$90k–$166k/yr
Band Level 3 Job Description Summary LI#-Onsite Location: Cambridge Internal Title: Senior Scientist I Support discovery and development projects through the design, development, and execution of in-vitro ADME assays, wh…
Skills: ADME Assays, Metabolic Stability, Permeability Assays, Lab Automation, LCMS-MS
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$58k–$107k/yr
Band Level 3 Job Description Summary We are excited to invite applications for the Novartis Biomedical Research Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, a unique training opportunity designed for exceptional early-career scienti…
Skills: Computational Biology, Omics Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Python, R
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$90k–$166k/yr
Job Description Summary LI#-Onsite Location: Cambridge Internal Title: Senior Scientist I Support discovery and development projects through the design, development, and execution of in-vitro ADME assays, while building …
Skills: ADME Assays, Metabolic Stability, Permeability Assays, Lab Automation, LCMS-MS
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Classification: Exempt Job Family: PostDocs Reports to: Whitehead Fellow Job Description Summary: Postdoctoral Associate To increase scholarly competence in the laboratory/research environment under the guidance and supe…
Skills: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cryo-EM, Cryo-ET
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$250k–$315k/yr
About the role Sana Biotechnology is growing, and we are hiring new team members who believe in the potential of engineered cells as medicines, who are passionate about delivering the possible to patients, and who lead w…
Skills: Business Development, Technology Licensing, Deal Structuring, Contract Negotiation, Financial Modeling
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Staff Supervision, Research Administration, Pre-Award Lifecycle Management, Performance Management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Your Impact at LILA Lila Sciences is hiring a Support Engineer I, Automation to keep second-shift operations humming on the AI Science Factory (AISF), the automated platform driving our work in drug discovery, bioenginee…
Skills: Lab Automation, Troubleshooting, Electro-mechanical Systems, Software Triage, Technical Documentation
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$100k–$143k/yr
The Opportunity: We are looking for a motivated and strategic regulatory professional to join our growing regulatory team at Relay Tx. You will contribute to the development and execution of innovative regulatory strate…
Skills: Regulatory Strategy, IND Submissions, CTA Submissions, NDA Submissions, MAA Submissions
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise…
Skills: Research Management, Data Collection, Human Subjects Compliance, Supervision, Grant Application Assistance
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$260k–$320k/yr
Company Overview: Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with …
Skills: Government Affairs, Legislative Strategy, Public Policy, Lobbying, Stakeholder Management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$172k–$233k/yr
Overview Alnylam is seeking a highly technical and delivery-oriented leader to serve as Associate Director, Multimodal Discovery Platforms. This role is responsible for the IT product ownership, architecture alignment, t…
Skills: Product Ownership, Solution Architecture, Software Engineering, Scientific Informatics, Cloud-native Platforms
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$255k–$345k/yr
Overview Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is seeking an imaginative physician drug developer, with the flexibility and confidence to work in therapeutic areas that may be beyond their particular expertise or experience. This is a…
Skills: Clinical Development Strategy, Clinical Trial Design, Regulatory Submissions, Drug Development, Biostatistics
Mountain View, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$211k/yr
Minimum qualifications: PhD degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Experience with text, image, video, or audio generation. Experience in Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learn…
Skills: Audio Generation, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Models
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Role: Applications Scientist Location - Cambridge, Massachusetts Reporting: Global Head of Commercial Position Overview Are you passionate about helping customers solve real-world tribology challenges and excited by the …
Skills: Tribology, Lubrication Science, Experimental Research, Technical Presentations, Business Development
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$252k–$377k/yr
Are you a visionary expert in clinical drug development, possessing the capabilities to drive a successful strategy in accelerating the development of cellular therapies for patients with immune-mediated diseases? Are yo…
Skills: Clinical Drug Development, Asset Strategy, Life Cycle Management, Target Product Profile, Cross-functional Leadership
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$131k–$209k/yr
The Role: Moderna Services, Inc. seeks a Sr. Manager, Clinical Data Management for its Cambridge, Massachusetts location. Here’s What You’ll Do: Lead data management activities for in-house and outsourced studies. Respon…
Skills: Vendor Management, Clinical Data Management, Medidata RAVE, InForm, Oracle Clinical
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Design and execute innovative chemical biology strategies to quantify proximity-driven biology and validate mechanisms of action. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate experimental results into recommendations for drug discovery program prioritization.
Requires a recent Ph.D. in chemical biology, systems biology, or a related field with hands-on expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques. Candidates must be able to analyze complex biological datasets and work effectively in an exploratory research environment.
Internal job title: Senior Scientist II
Position Location: Cambridge, MA, onsite
Design, optimize, and execute assays to quantify proximity-driven biology (e.g., degradation, stabilization, signaling rewiring, or protein–protein interactions)
Apply chemical and genetic perturbation approaches in cells to evaluate small molecule on-target and off-target activities
Design of phenotypic and target-based chemical and genetic screens to identify novel starting points for drug discovery
Elucidate mechanism-of-action (MoA) of induced proximity modalities using biochemical, cellular, and omics-based approaches
Integrate data across biochemical, cellular, proteomic, and transcriptomic workflows to build mechanistic understanding and guide decision-making
Translate experimental results into clear recommendations to inform program prioritization and go/no-go decisions
Stay current with advances in induced proximity and chemical biology to inform experimental strategy and identify new opportunities
Collaborate cross-functionally across Novartis research teams and global sites
Innovative and cross-disciplinary chemical biology approaches to problem solving
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of experimental data, analysis, and conclusions
Recent Ph.D. (within last 2 years) in chemical biology, systems biology, cell/molecular biology, biochemistry or a related field
Hands-on experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques (e.g., gene perturbation, protein analysis, cell-based assays)
Ability to analyze and interpret complex biological datasets
Ability to work in an exploratory, fast-evolving research environment with shifting priorities
Demonstrated curiosity and ability to apply creative problem-solving approaches to adapt and overcome scientific challenges
Excellent communication and presentation skills across a broad range of topics and adapted to variety of audiences
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in team environments
Experience with, or exposure to, chemical biology, induced proximity (including targeted protein degradation), compound profiling, and/or drug discovery
The salary for this position is expected to range between $98,700 and $183,300 USD Annually. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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 strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] 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.
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