Principal Scientist in Mechanistic Immunology

This role is a Temporary position and limited to a duration of 48 months

6000+ That’s the number of associates in the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR). This division is the innovation engine of Novartis, focusing on powerful new technologies that have the potential to help produce therapeutic breakthroughs for patients.
The Mechanistic Immunology (MI) group is an exploratory team within the Novartis Biologics Center (NBC), focused on understanding and exploiting the molecular and immunological mechanisms for discovery,

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Co-lead projects in collaboration with disease area (DAs) from early target discovery to clinical stage programs aimed at investigating antibody immune repertoire
- Drive translational human immunology experiments in the laboratory
- Plan, lead and execute analysis of immune responses to gene therapy vectors aiming at understanding the influence on vector function and effector mechanisms
- Analyze and collect experimental data and present scientific interpretation in project team and management board meetings. Plan, lead and participate in the evaluation of new methods and technologies
- Successful independent initiation and leadership of relevant scientific projects with strong project management skills: Defining project strategies and priorities, managing several projects simultaneously and presenting project updates to management boards

**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._

**Minimum requirements**
- What you will bring to the role:
- PhD in Molecular & Cell Biology or related field with a background in human immunology and Post doctoral experience in pharmaceutical company or academia
- Proven record of scientific expertises in human immune cells biology, from cellular to molecular characterization
- Experience in the analysis of vector-induced immunity, including depth characterization of adaptive and cell-mediated responses to viral and non-viral vectors
- Successful independent initiation and leadership of relevant scientific projects with strong project management skills: Defining project strategies and priorities, managing several projects simultaneously and presenting project updates to management boards
- Demonstrated ability to develop new assays, critically analyze data, learn and combine new techniques and concepts quickly, design experiments and perform exploratory activities
- Well-developed interpersonal / communication / team skills in an international cross-cultural environment with an enthusiastic pro-active attitude

Why consider Novartis?
- 799 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2019. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives?
- We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you’re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges.
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**Division**
- NIBR

**Business Unit**
- BIOTHERAPEUTIC AND ANALYTICAL TECHNOLOGIES - NIBR

**Country**
- Switzerland

**Work Location**
- Basel

**Company/Legal Entity**
- Novartis Pharma AG

**Functional Area**
- Research & Development

**Job Type**
- Full Time

**Employment Type**
- Temporary

**Shift Work**
- No

**Early Talent**
- No