Principal Scientist - Medicinal Chemist (80-100%*)
Principal Scientist - Medicinal Chemist (80-100%*)
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Location: Basel SwitzerlandFull time onsite #LI-Onsite
At Novartis we are reimagining medicine to improve and extend peoples lives. We use innovative science and technology to address some of societys most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible. How can we continue to advance our science to help even more patients in need We believe the answers are found when curious courageous and collaborative people are empowered to ask new questions make bolder decisions and take smarter risks.
The Global Discovery Chemistry (GDC) of the Novartis BioMedical Research (BR) department in Basel Switzerland is at the core of Novartis purpose. We are looking for a highly motivated passionate researcher with a strong scientific background in chemistry or related life science discipline a curious mind-set and agility to invent innovative medicines and advance the frontiers of drug discovery. Join us and help reimagine medicine!
Job Description
Your responsibilities will include:
Work highly collaboratively in a multidisciplinary project team to discover and develop novel therapies across various disease areas
Design molecules addressing key project scientific questions aided by the use of cutting-edge computational tools; analyze and integrate complex data generating new design concepts and contributing to define Medicinal Chemistry project strategy
Synthesize novel derivatives using complex multi-step synthesis and/or parallel automated synthesis
Experiment in a first class laboratory infrastructure deploy novel technologies and collaborate with internal and external partners around the world to progress our projects
Mentor coach and develop a dynamic team of scientific associates Discuss and communicate scientific results at project/group meetings decision boards and external conferences
Contribute to patent inventorship and scientific publications In addition to pipeline project responsibilities participate in global initiatives shaping the future of drug discovery at BR
Minimum requirements:
What you will bring to the role:
A PhD in chemistry or related life science discipline with excellent theoretical and practical experience
in e.g. synthetic organic chemistry drug discovery chemical biology
Demonstrated track-record of initiating leading or being a key contributor to cutting edge research in
chemistry or life sciences
A mind-set of curiosity creativity collaboration and openness to diverse thinking with an enthusiasm to
develop yourself and others
Ability to critically interpret results build new experimental hypotheses and take calculated risks and
smart decisions
Passion for small molecule as well as bRo5 chemical space design; hands-on chemistry
experimentation in the laboratory
Interest in disruptive technologies and science trends such as data science and
automation/miniaturization and their application to drug discovery
Aptitude to work in a fast-paced team-oriented matrix environment
Excellent oral and written communication and strong influencing skills
Up to 5 years experience in Medicinal Chemistry or drug discovery in industry or academia preferred but not required
*Restrictions on flexible working arrangements may apply and will be discussed at interview if applicable
Accessibility and accommodation
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Skills Desired
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
