At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to develop biologic therapeutics and characterise lead molecules.
- Company: Be part of Novartis, a leader in innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, collaborative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team atmosphere with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare by working on cutting-edge biologics research.
- Qualifications: MS in a scientific discipline and experience in antibody characterization required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
The Biologics Research Center (BRC) discovers and develops biologic therapeutics to treat unmet medical needs in all of Novartis’s disease areas – ranging from oncology, to autoimmune disease, to respiratory diseases and cardiovascular disease. The Bioanalytics group in BRC works with other Novartis scientists to characterize and identify lead molecules as biotherapeutic drug candidates. We use a range of technologies and approaches to evaluate recombinant protein and cell binding, epitope binning, and functional activity to extensively characterise and identify lead molecules.
We are looking for a collaborative, inquisitive scientist with an interest and some experience in biologics discovery to join our team. For this position, some direct experience in antibody characterization by surface plasmon resonance (e.g., Biacore) is required. Additional background in binding characterization using other approaches (e.g., Fortebio, Kinexa, flow cytometry, LigandTracer) and functional assay development (e.g., ELISA) are also relevant and preferred.
As a member of the Bioanalytics team, you must become proficient in developing Biacore methods to address project objectives. Eventually, you will independently analyse and interpret Biacore data with the ability to draw your own conclusions in alignment with project initiatives and generate your own hypotheses to test, troubleshoot, and execute the next set of experiments with some input from senior lab members. In addition, you will train and become proficient in mammalian cell culture and cellular binding technologies to characterise antibody molecules binding to cells (e.g. Kinexa, LigandTracer). You will serve on research teams where your data needs to be clearly compiled in a slide deck and effectively presented to the team.
Key responsibilities:
- Provides basic data analysis to interpret own experiments across various learned assays - assesses whether experimental hypothesis was appropriately tested and answered.
- Demonstrate awareness of other departmental activities related to assigned projects.
- Operate in an interdisciplinary setting requiring a high degree of collaboration within and across teams with training of junior associates as needed.
- Present research and participate constructively in working project teams and at lab meetings.
Essential Requirements:
- MS or equivalent (e.g., university degree, etc.) in scientific discipline such as biology, chemistry or pharmacology or related, and relevant years of 2 years relevant years of experience in drug discovery, or other related laboratory research. This is not a PhD-level position.
- Direct experience in antibody characterization by surface plasmon resonance (e.g., Biacore).
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated Novartis Values.
Research Scientist – Bioanalytics/SPR employer: Novartis
Novartis is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic environment of London. Employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements, allowing for flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that enhance global security and resilience. With a strong focus on professional development and the application of cutting-edge AI technologies, Novartis provides ample opportunities for growth and impactful contributions to the healthcare sector.
