Temporary Associate in Metabolism

About the Role

Location: Basel, Switzerland (Onsite)
#LI-Onsite TEMPORARY POSITION FOR 6 MONTHS We are seeking a Temporary Associate in Metabolism to contribute to research projects investigating the interplay and dysfunctions of metabolic pathways in disease. This role will work directly with the Biomedical Research team and reports to the Principal Scientist II. Key Responsibilities:
• Investigating how chronic metabolic dysfunctions lead to disease progression.
• Developing in vitro models and assays to modulate and measure metabolic activity in primary cells.
• Learning and applying techniques such as organoid cultures, primary cell isolation, viral transductions, biochemical assays, immunofluorescence stainings and imaging.
• Working in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team to directly support and contribute to ongoing drug discovery projects.

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Role Requirements

Essential Requirements:
•B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Fluency in English (both written and oral).
• Experience in cell biology and general molecular biology techniques (e.g. RT-PCR, transfections and transductions, cell culture, immunoblotting, staining and imaging).
• Experience with primary cells isolation and culture is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• Previous experience in an industrial research setting preferred. Why Novartis? Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. 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. Accessibility and accommodation: Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here:

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