In-vivo Research Scientist (80-100)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Internal Position Title: Research Scientist I/II

Position Location: onsite Basel CH #LI-onsite

About the role:

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 associates to join us and contribute in making a real impact to patient lives.

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.

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 is desirable

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

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