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Novartis

Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow, saRNA Biology

Cambridge (USA) · Full-time

No sponsorshipDetected 85 days ago
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About the role

  • Internal Job Title: Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow
  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  • Please only apply if you are currently authorized to work in the US for the 3 year duration of the program.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute an independent research program focused on understanding saRNA-mediated gene activation and developing improved saRNA design principles.
  • Design, prioritize, and evaluate saRNA libraries targeting a therapeutically relevant model gene.
  • Assess the generalizability of mechanistic insights and design principles across multiple gene targets.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning RNA biology, genomics, oligonucleotide therapeutics, and drug discovery.
  • We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Requirements

  • PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in molecular biology, genomics, biochemistry, chemical biology, or a related scientific discipline completed prior to the fellowship start date.
  • Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology assays such as qPCR, Western blotting, RNA knockdown or perturbation approaches, reporter assays, or related methods.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present scientific findings clearly to both specialized and cross-functional audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment while also driving an independent research project.
  • Familiarity with computational biology and bioinformatics approaches for analyzing transcriptomic, epigenomic, or sequencing datasets, and integrating multi-modal data to generate biological hypotheses.

Skills

  • Job Description Summary
  • This is a full-time training position of up to three years in duration.
  • Guidance from accomplished scientific leaders and subject matter experts
  • Access to advanced technologies, platforms, and research capabilities
  • Collaboration across disciplines and organizational boundaries
  • A global and diverse community of postdoctoral fellows

Compensation

  • The starting salary for this position is 87,000 USD per year.
  • $57,800.00 - $107,300.00

Benefits

  • US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
  • In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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Equal opportunity

  • EEO Statement:
  • The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
  • The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
  • Equal Opportunity Employers.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  • Please only apply if you are currently authorized to work in the US for the 3 year duration of the program.
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