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Senior Scientist, Assay Development & Intestinal In Vitro Models

7+ years
$93,800 – $174,200
10 Nov. 26, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Senior Scientist – Assay Development & Intestinal In Vitro Models
Company: Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time | Senior Level | Research & Development
Job ID: REQ-10067218

About Novartis:
Novartis is a global leader in biomedical research and pharmaceutical innovation, dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering transformative therapies for patients worldwide. Our mission is to advance science through cutting-edge research, collaborative culture, and evidence-driven decision-making.

Role Overview:
The Senior Scientist – Assay Development & Intestinal In Vitro Models will contribute to target discovery and validation for inflammatory diseases by designing and executing advanced in vitro assays. The role leverages human cell models, cutting-edge -omics approaches, and cellular assays to drive innovative therapeutic research. The successful candidate will collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reproducible research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and execute biological assays and intestinal in vitro models to explore and validate novel drug targets.

  • Conduct mechanism-of-action studies using molecular biology, cell signaling, immunology, and cellular biology techniques.

  • Engineer human cell models (e.g., CRISPR) for functional screening and mechanistic studies.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data, document experiments, and communicate results effectively.

  • Mentor and train junior scientists, fostering knowledge sharing and laboratory excellence.

  • Stay updated with scientific literature and advancements, contribute to publications, and present findings at conferences.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

  • B.S./M.S. in Biological or Biomedical Sciences with 7+ years of hands-on experience; Ph.D. graduates (<2 years) will also be considered.

  • Proven experience in in vitro cell-based assays using cell lines, primary cells, stem cells/iPSCs. Experience with intestinal organoids, spheroids, barrier models, and co-cultures preferred.

  • Strong expertise in molecular biology, cell signaling, and immunology, preferably in inflammatory disease research.

  • Proficiency in experimental design, troubleshooting, data analysis, and statistical/bioinformatics tools.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced research environment.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with inflammation research, particularly Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) therapeutic discovery.

  • Functional studies using primary human or rodent cells and ex vivo tissue assays.

  • Familiarity with advanced omics technologies (e.g., spatial transcriptomics, single-cell RNA-seq) and computational biology or machine learning approaches.

  • Demonstrated track record of scientific publications and conference presentations.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Senior Scientist I: $85,400 – $158,600 per year

  • Senior Scientist II: $93,800 – $174,200 per year

  • Performance-based cash incentives and potential eligibility for annual equity awards.

  • Comprehensive benefits including health, life, disability insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, and generous paid time off.

Why Join Novartis:

  • Drive therapeutic innovation in inflammatory disease research using cutting-edge scientific approaches.

  • Collaborate with a global network of experts in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

  • Access career development, mentorship, and opportunities for scientific growth.

  • Contribute to a culture that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility:
Novartis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on legally protected characteristics.

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