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About the Role
Your Key Responsibilities:
Support Neuroscience discovery programs based on high-quality experimental data that incorporates single neuron, synaptic and/or circuit approaches.
Formulate and/or leads novel projects with multidisciplinary teams, and/or enables matrix collaboration on projects/technologies to achieve creative results for impact on Neuroscience goals.
Effectively execute experiments in the lab and intellectually driving projects forward.
Develop and implement assays to assess synaptic structure, function and/or plasticity in disease models, considering interactions with astrocytes / microglia.
Evaluate the impact of therapeutic candidates in neural/synaptic/circuit function.
Play a role in identifying tractable therapeutic targets and initiating exploratory efforts to modulate them.
Provide expert input into understanding the genetics and biology of neurodegenerative and / or neurogenetic disorders.
Establish priorities and target dates to enable data-driven advancements in portfolio and/or platform projects.
Minimum Requirements:
MS with 7+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience.
Hands-on expertise in complex in vitro / ex vivo / in vivo model systems and circuit level analysis that leverages electrophysiological, molecular and/or anatomical approaches.
Deep biological knowledge of neurodegeneration and/or neurogenetic disorders, including mecha
nisms of disease progression and core drivers of disease.
Aptitude to work in a matrix structure and demonstrable experience collaborating / managing multidisciplinary teams directly and/or by influence.
Ability to communicate effectively and present complex and/or new ideas with clarity and simplicity.
A team-first and portfolio mindset are qualities that we strongly seek and value.
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Neuroscience or related field, with 3+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience
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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.
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Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $124,000 - $186,000/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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