Research Scientist / Research Scientistess

Novartis Pharma AG - September 28, 2025

Job ID

REQ-10061854

September 15, 2025

Switzerland

Summary

We are seeking innovative researchers to lead explorative investigations and generate new knowledge and potential products. You will design, organize, promote, and execute ideas and plans to enhance the role of chemistry in exploratory goals for product discovery.

Your main responsibilities will involve developing research proposals that establish a solid technical and economic foundation for the development and assessment of new or improved products, synthetic methods, and analytical and physical testing techniques. You will also provide recommendations based on the findings or changes in scope, as well as determine whether to discontinue projects.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Plan and execute chemical syntheses of novel drug molecules (both LMW and bRo5) aided by in-silico tools and facilitated by state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies and technologies (automation, miniaturization). Initial focus will be on peptide-based vectors.
  • Independently design and perform chemical syntheses of targeting vectors and conjugates, collaborating effectively within a dynamic team and following established project protocols.
  • Experiment in a first-class laboratory infrastructure and evaluate novel synthetic technologies to progress projects.
  • Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary project team, integrating experimental data to formulate scientific hypotheses and prioritize novel molecules for synthesis.
  • Collect appropriate characterization data (MS, HPLC, UPLC/MS) of reaction products and document data accurately in electronic laboratory journals and databases.
  • Discuss and communicate scientific results at project and group meetings.
  • Assume responsibilities to maintain high levels of laboratory safety and infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements

What you will bring to the role:

  • A degree from a University or Fachhochschule (BSc, MSc, or Diplom) with a strong focus on synthetic organic chemistry, or education as a Lab Technician/Chemielaborant (or equivalent apprenticeship) enhanced by significant further chemistry training.
  • A strong passion for hands-on experimentation in the laboratory, with the ability to critically interpret results, formulate new experimental hypotheses, and make informed decisions.
  • Prior knowledge of non-classical therapeutic modalities (e.g., peptides) is considered a plus.
  • Profound knowledge of standard IT applications (e.g., E-Notebook, ChemDraw, MNOVA, software-controlled lab equipment).
  • A mindset of curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and openness to diverse thinking, coupled with enthusiasm for personal development beyond current comfort zones, along with excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • A desire to collaborate with a dynamic team, discuss scientific concepts, and contribute to the next generation of drug molecules.
  • An organized working style, attention to detail, flexibility, and a commitment to high quality.

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Accessibility and Accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you require accommodations due to a medical condition or disability during the recruitment process, or need more information about essential functions of a position, please send an email to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com with your request and contact information. Include the job requisition number in your message.

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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

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Location : BASEL
Country : Switzerland

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