Senior Scientist I - Biologics Group - NIBR La Jolla

370095BR

Job Description

If you are curious, scientifically minded, and want to positively impact society by speeding delivery of novel therapies to patients, then look no further. NIBR is the place to be. As a Senior Scientist in the Novartis Biologics Group in San Diego, you will have the opportunity to make a difference. If you have a collaborative nature, a commitment to teamwork across an organization and a relentless focus on improving patient care, we want you to apply.

In this laboratory-based Senior Scientist role, you will apply your hands-on expertise to the bioanalysis of large molecule therapeutics, including gene therapies, cell therapies, antibody-drug conjugates, bi-trispecific/ScFV antibodies, oligonucleotides/siRNA and proteins. You will work with teams of discovery scientists to develop and implement stage-appropriate large molecule assays to support pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic and immunogenicity studies for numerous projects as they progress through the research and development pipeline. Additionally, you will contribute to new technology platform evaluations to improve support for challenging new therapeutic modalities.


Your main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

*Independently design, develop and implement fit-for-purpose bioanalytical ligand binding assays (LBAs) and qPCR (polymerase chain reaction) assays for PK, TK, PD and ADA assessment supporting various modalities such as biologics, oligonucleotides and cell and gene therapy platforms
*Deliver high quality data within defined timelines to address projects' current needs
*Complete study sample analysis and assist in drafting the bioanalytical report in support of later stage project studies
*Represent the bioanalytical function on project teams and present results, data interpretation, timelines etc. at project team meetings
*Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to evaluate new bioanalytical technologies and solutions to support challenging project requests

EEO Statement

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.

Minimum requirements

What you bring to the role:

*BS or MS. in chemistry, biochemistry or related field with minimum 3 years of relevant lab experience in a pharmaceutical, CRO or related industry generating and documenting bioanalytical data
*Hands-on experience with the development of LBAs and qPCR workflows with an understanding of a broad range of experimental techniques and platforms
*Agility and willingness to learn, implement, and teach new bioanalytical techniques to support the evolving portfolio. Experience with laboratory automation platforms is highly desirable
*Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities, excellent planning, organization, and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
*Strong engagement, interpersonal communication skills, presentation skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic matrixed working environment

Join us and help us reimagine medicine. Our patients are waiting...

Why Novartis?
766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we're proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people's lives.

We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world's toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!

Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com or 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.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $102,400-$153,600 a year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Division

NIBR

Business Unit

BIOLOGICS NIBR

Country

USA

Work Location

San Diego, CA

Company/Legal Entity

NIBRI

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Full Time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Early Talent

No