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Raziskovalec ekspert I / Senior Scientist I

Novartis
Mengeš Onsite Research & Development
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Salary Range:

€27,160.00 - €50,440.00


 

Job Description Summary

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Location: Menges, Slovenia

Role Purpose:
Our R&D unit in Mengeš is looking for a motivated scientist in the field of Mass Spectrometry (MS) to join us and help us develop a diverse portfolio of biotherapeutic modalities.
As a Senior Scientist you must demonstrate a broad and in-depth analytical understanding of MS to evaluate the developability of various biologics modalities covered by Novartis Biomedical Research and Development units, ranging from traditional antibodies to advanced biologics formats and mixed modalities. You will support cell line development, upstream and downstream processing, formulation studies development including analytical material release for in-vivo studies.
We offer a stimulating work environment, ample opportunities for growth and development, and the chance to make a significant impact on the future of medicine. If you are a motivated and talented scientist with a passion for biomedical research, we invite you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team at Novartis.

Naša R&D enota v Mengšu išče motiviranega raziskovalca s področja masne spektrometrije (MS), ki se nam bo pridružil in pomagal razvijati raznolik portfelj bioterapevtikov.

Kot Raziskovalec ekspert morate izkazovati široko in poglobljeno analitično razumevanje MS za ocenjevanje razvojnega potenciala različnih bioloških modalitet, ki jih pokrivajo enote Novartis Biomedicinske raziskave in Razvoj, od tradicionalnih protiteles do naprednih bioloških formatov in mešanih modalitet. Podpirali boste razvoj celičnih linij, procese upstream in downstream, razvoj formulacijskih študij, vključno z analitičnim sproščanjem materiala za in-vivo študije.

Ponujamo spodbudno delovno okolje, številne priložnosti za rast in razvoj ter možnost pomembnega vpliva na prihodnost medicine. Če ste motiviran in nadarjen raziskovalec s strastjo do biomedicinskih raziskav, vas vabimo, da se prijavite in postanete del naše dinamične ekipe v Novartisu


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and characterize biological candidates by mass spectrometry including sample preparation, analysis, evaluation, interpretation and reporting 
  • Prepare and communicate analytical strategies and results at internal and external meetings.
  • Independently generate hypotheses, design and execute follow-up experiments, and troubleshoot issues
  • Author lab procedures and technology evaluations
  • Accurately and timely process samples, contribute to result interpretation and prepare summary presentations and timely document all data in electronic lab journal and databases 
  • Actively undertake organizational responsibilities in lab organization, including maintaining equipment and implementation of new equipment

Minimum Requirements - What you will bring to the role

  • MSc degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry or a related field with at least 3 year of relevant work experience in industry, or BSc University degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry or a related field with with at least 6 years of relevant work experience in industry.
  • Strong scientific background in characterization of recombinant proteins by mass spectrometry including experience with modern LC-MS techniques (Intact/reduced/subunit RPMS, peptide mapping, released glycans). Experience with data analysis workflows and report generation
  • Expertise in physical-chemical analysis or other biophysical analysis, such as spectroscopy, calorimetry, light scattering technologies is not mandatory, but considered as a plus
  • High learning ability to acquire expertise in new technologies and technical equipment
  • Proven experience in successfully prioritizing and keeping timelines
  • Open and proactive communication, strong customer focus, ability to interact with various stakeholders
  • Reliable and flexible team player, accustomed to sharing tasks and projects
  • Fluency in English (oral/written)

Ključne odgovornosti: 

  • Analiziranje in karakterizacija bioloških kandidatov z masno spektrometrijo, vključno s pripravo vzorcev, analizo, vrednotenjem, interpretacijo in poročanjem 

  • Priprava in komuniciranje analitičnih strategij ter rezultatov na internih in eksternih sestankih. 

  • Samostojno oblikovanje hipotez, načrtovanje in izvajanje nadaljnjih eksperimentov ter odpravljanje težav 

  • Priprava laboratorijskih postopkov in tehnoloških evalvacij 

  • Natančna in pravočasna obdelava vzorcev, prispevanje k interpretaciji rezultatov, priprava povzetkov predstavitev ter pravočasno dokumentiranje vseh podatkov v elektronskem laboratorijskem dnevniku in podatkovnih bazah 

  • Aktivno prevzemanje organizacijskih odgovornosti pri organizaciji laboratorija, vključno z vzdrževanjem opreme in uvajanjem nove opreme 

 

 

Minimalne zahteve  kaj boste prinesli v vlogo 

  • Univerzitetna izobrazba / magisterij (MSc) iz biokemije, biotehnologije, kemije ali sorodnega področja z najmanj 3 leti ustreznih delovnih izkušenj v industriji; ali Visokošolska izobrazba (BSc) iz biokemije, biotehnologije, kemije ali sorodnega področja z najmanj 6 leti ustreznih delovnih izkušenj v industriji. 

  • Močno znanstveno ozadje na področju karakterizacije rekombinantnih proteinov z masno spektrometrijo, vključno z izkušnjami s sodobnimi LC-MS tehnikami (intaktna/reducirajoča/podenotna RPMS analiza, peptidno mapiranje, analize glikanov).  

  • Izkušnje z analizo podatkov in pripravo poročil 

  • Visoka sposobnost učenja za pridobivanje strokovnega znanja o novih tehnologijah in tehnični opremi 

  • Dokazane izkušnje z uspešnim določanjem prioritet in spoštovanjem časovnic 

  • Odprta in proaktivna komunikacija, močna usmerjenost k strankam, sposobnost sodelovanja z različnimi deležniki 

  • Zanesljiv in prilagodljiv timski igralec, vajen delitve nalog in projektov 

  • Tekoče znanje angleščine, ustno in pisno 

 

Zaželene sposobnosti 

  • Strokovno znanje s področja fizikalno-kemijske analize ali drugih biofizikalnih analiz, kot so spektroskopija, kalorimetrija in <sp

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Job Details
LocationMengeš
Work typeOnsite
DepartmentResearch & Development
SenioritySenior
Salary27,160 – 50,440 EUR / year
CountrySlovenia
About the company
Novartis
Global pharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.
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