Research Scientist - Neuroscience / Research Scientistess - Neuroscience

Job ID

REQ-10029829

Date

May 28, 2025

Location

Switzerland

Summary

The Neuroscience Department within BioMedical Research at Novartis Pharma AG in Basel, Switzerland, is seeking a motivated and experienced Research or Senior Scientist. This individual will play a hands-on role within the in vivo neuroinflammation team and contribute to various research projects aimed at developing novel therapies for neurodegenerative disorders. This work has the potential to improve the lives of millions of patients worldwide who suffer from these conditions.

The main focus will be on exploring novel neuroimmune cell pathways to elucidate mechanisms at the molecular, cellular, and ex vivo/in vivo levels.

As part of our team, you will work independently while closely collaborating with other members of the Neurosciences group to plan, execute, document, analyze, and interpret experiments.

Please note that this is a part-time job share position with a maximum of 70% working time.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, conducting, and independently protocolling in vivo studies with a specific focus on neuroinflammatory pathways.
• Establishing new in vivo models for neuroinflammatory/neurodegenerative diseases.
• Performing and interpreting ex vivo analyses with an emphasis on histology, biochemistry, FACS, and molecular biology.
• Developing and executing in vitro cellular assays for assessing inflammatory processes.
• Presenting data and contextualizing it within complex frameworks.
• Supporting general laboratory duties.

Your Profile:

• University degree (MSc) or equivalent qualification, preferably in neuroscience, immunology, or cell biology. Please note that PhD candidates will not be considered for this position.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant lab-based work experience in an industrial or academic setting.
• Previous experience in the neuroscience drug discovery arena would be advantageous.
• Strong expertise in in vivo rodent work (e.g., various routes of dosing, surgery, stereotactic brain injections, behavior, perfusion). Relevant animal experiment course available (e.g., LTK1).
• Experience with various histological methods, microscopy, and image analysis.
• Familiarity with RNA/DNA technologies and biochemistry, e.g., qPCR technologies and Western blotting.
• Good knowledge of immunology and immunological methods, such as flow cytometry, HTRF, and ELISA.
• Proficient in cell culture work, including primary cells and iPSCs.
• Experience in evaluating large datasets, with strong documentation abilities and an interest in utilizing new informatics analysis tools.
• Eager to learn and integrate new techniques and concepts, to present results within the lab, to leverage literature data, and to perform exploratory activities while working independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated scientific curiosity, initiative, flexibility, and strong organizational skills.
• A proven track record of successful collaborations and open communication with various stakeholders, showcasing ability as a strong team player and networker.
• Excellent oral and written English skills.

Accessibility and Accommodation

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Division

Biomedical Research

Business Unit

Pharma Research

Location

Switzerland

Site

Basel (City)

Company / Legal Entity

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG

Functional Area

Research & Development

Job Type

Part time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No