Computational biologistExpert I Data Science

Job Description Summary Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Location : Basel Switzerland #LI-Hybrid (12 days / month in office) Join a team that’s transforming cancer care through radioligand therapy (RLT), a cutting‑edge approach delivering targeted radiation directly to cancer cells. As a Computational Biologist / Expert I in Data Science you’ll help translate complex molecular data into real‑world breakthroughs driving target identification, drug development and biomarker discovery. Your insights will shape the future of oncology, contributing to therapies that could impact millions of lives globally. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with cross‑functional teams of biologists, chemists and data scientists to support drug discovery efforts focused on novel cell surface targets for radioligand therapy. Analyze and interpret high‑dimensional biological data such as NGS, spatial transcriptomics and high‑throughput screens to inform experimental design and target selection. Apply bioinformatics and machine learning techniques to enable identification of therapeutic targets, biomarkers and mechanisms of action relevant to RLT. Mine and integrate diverse datasets including public repositories and real‑world clinical data to generate actionable insights. Develop and refine analytical workflows and visualization tools to support emerging technologies and communicate complex findings effectively. Present key findings to diverse scientific audiences, contributing to collaborative decision‑making and project advancement. Essential Requirements In bioinformatics, computer science or related field with two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Python or R for bioinformatics applications; experience with UNIX/Linux environments. Demonstrated expertise in processing and visualizing complex multidimensional omics datasets encompassing transcriptomics and single‑cell data. Familiarity with version control and reproducible workflow practices. Knowledge of cancer genomics, proteomics or immuno‑oncology is advantageous. Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences. Fluency in English (oral and written). Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. 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. Skills Desired Biostatistics Computer Programming Data Analysis Databases Data Management Data Mining Data Quality Data Visualization Deep Learning Graph Algorithms High‑Performance Computing Logistic Regression Model Machine Learning (ML) Master Data Management Pandas (Python) Python (Programming Language) R (Programming Language) Random Forest Algorithm SQL (Structured Query Language) Statistical Modeling Time Series Analysis Key Skills Laboratory Experience Transfection Bioinformatics DNA Isolation Genetics PCR Biochemistry Next Generation Sequencing Cell Culture Molecular Biology Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type: Full‑Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr