Research Scientist Protein Physicalchemical

**Research Scientist Protein Physicalchemical Characterization(80-100%*), Novartis, Basel, Switzerland**

6500 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.- This role is limited for 10 months**Your key responsibilities**:
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and perform of physico-chemical characterization of biologics product using state-of-the-art equipment, incl. Capillary gel electrophoresis, capillary isoelectric focusing, dynamic light scattering and various biophysical techniques.
- Explore new biophysical technologies for the characterization of next generation biologics, for example, mass photometry, FT-IR, SEC-MALS and automated western blotting.
- Interpret data and summarize the result in an analytical report.
- Schedule and perform routine maintenance of lab instruments/equipment, organize the general lab infrastructure (e.g., consumable orders)
- Write laboratory protocols, present the outcome to the analytical community.

**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’ll bring to the role**:

- MSc or equivalent education in Analytical chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline.
- Practical experience in one or several PhysChem analytical techniques, such as capillary electrophoresis, capillary isoelectric focusing, dynamic light scattering, or various biophysical techniques.
- Working experience in academic research environment is of advantage.
- Solid theoretical understanding of protein chemistry and analytical methods for biophysical characterization of proteins.
- Proficiency in English (oral and written), German and/or French would be helpful.
- Capability to perform and interact with a global multi-disciplinary team; Curious to learn and develop into new scientific areas.
- Diligent and accurate working style, excellent communication and organizational skills are required.

**Desirable requirements**:

- Knowledge of mass photometry, FT-IR, SEC-MALS or automated western blotting is a plus;
- Curious to learn and develop into new scientific areas.

**Why consider Novartis?**

769 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2020, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives.
- We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.
- We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying
- Imagine what you could do here at Novartis**Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion**:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representative of the patients and communities we serve.-
**Division**
- NIBR

**Business Unit**
- BIOLOGICS 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**
- Yes