Senior Scientist I/II, Oncology
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationCambridge (USA)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 28, 2026 · 1w ago
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BS/MS Degree in biology or related field
Extensive experience with cellular assay development & execution
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and present data in a clear manner and use data to generate new hypotheses
Highly self-motivated, collaborative team player with exceptional organizational skills and curiosity to expand and diversify skillsets
Generates hypotheses to test, troubleshoots issues and designs and executes the next set of experiments with some input from senior lab members/manager
Works independently and as a part of a team to design, execute, and analyze in vitro experiments to profile small molecules and biologics and elucidate mechanisms of action
Executes cell and molecular biology assays (e.g. cell titer glo, flow cytometry, JESS, western blot, MSD)
Cultures cells using sterile technique including genetic engineering and validation of cell lines
Uses laboratory automation equipment (liquid handlers, plate readers, dispensers) to perform screens
Maintains an organized and detailed record of all experiments
Works collaboratively across teams and trains other members of team in areas of technical expertise as needed
Clearly communicates findings and presents research to multidisciplinary project teams
Supports lab operations including management of materials, maintenance of instruments, and general lab duties
Minimum 5+ years of industry experience preferred
Experience with high throughput screening workflows strongly preferred
Skills
cell titer glo
flow cytometry
JESS
western blot
MSD
liquid handlers
plate readers
dispensers
Job Description Summary
Location: Cambridge, MA
This role is based in Cambridge, MA, and does not have the ability to be located remotely.
The xDC Biotherapeutics group within Oncology Drug Discovery at Novartis Biomedical Research is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Senior Scientist I/II to advance drug-conjugate discovery programs for the treatment of cancer patients. In this lab-based role, the successful candidate will apply cell and molecular biology techniques to deliver impactful data for target validation and drug optimization efforts. This role requires a strong understanding of and experience with in vitro cell-based assays for drug discovery. This individual will interact collaboratively with colleagues across Biomedical Research and will be a member of multidisciplinary project teams. This is a great opportunity to join a group dedicated to the discovery of biotherapeutics and to support advancement of drug discovery projects into the Novartis portfolio.
Job Description
This listing represents multiple openings for the same role.
Your Key Responsibilities:
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Generates hypotheses to test, troubleshoots issues and designs and executes the next set of experiments with some input from senior lab members/manager.
•
Works independently and as a part of a team to design, execute, and analyze in vitro experiments to profile small molecules and biologics and elucidate mechanisms of action
•
Executes cell and molecular biology assays (e.g. cell titer glo, flow cytometry, JESS, western blot, MSD)
•
Cultures cells using sterile technique including genetic engineering and validation of cell lines
•
Uses laboratory automation equipment (liquid handlers, plate readers, dispensers) to perform screens
•
Maintains an organized and detailed record of all experiments
•
Works collaboratively across teams and trains other members of team in areas of technical expertise as needed.
•
Clearly communicates findings and presents research to multidisciplinary project teams
•
Supports lab operations including management of materials, maintenance of instruments, and general lab duties
Role Requirements:
Essential Requirements:
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BS/MS Degree in biology or related field
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Minimum 5+ years of industry experience preferred
•
Extensive experience with cellular assay development & execution, experience with high throughput screening workflows strongly preferred
•
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and present data in a clear manner and use data to generate new hypotheses
•
Highly self-motivated, collaborative team player with exceptional organizational skills and curiosity to expand and diversify skillsets
•
Level will commensurate with experience
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