Job Description
Join our pioneering oncology research team at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research in Cambridge, MA, where innovation meets life-changing therapies. As a Senior Research Scientist, you'll lead cutting-edge projects targeting novel cancer pathways and contribute to next-generation therapeutics that transform patient outcomes. Collaborate with world-class scientists in state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to accelerating drug discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute complex preclinical research experiments in oncology
- Lead multidisciplinary teams in target validation and biomarker discovery
- Develop and optimize cell-based assays and high-throughput screening platforms
- Analyze and interpret genomic/proteomic data using advanced bioinformatics tools
- Prepare regulatory documentation and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders
- Mentor junior scientists and drive innovation in experimental methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Expertise in cancer biology, signal transduction pathways, and targeted therapies
- Proven track record in leading preclinical oncology research projects
- Proficiency in cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9, and flow cytometry techniques
- Strong publication record in high-impact journals (e.g., Nature, Cancer Cell)
- Experience with GLP-compliant research and regulatory submissions