Job Description

1900 – the year when Ciba, one of the predecessor companies of Novartis, produced its first pharmaceutical substances. The Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR), created in 2002, is the innovation engine of Novartis today – we collaborate across scientific and organizational boundaries, with a focus on powerful new technologies that have the potential to help produce therapeutic breakthroughs.​​​​​​​

The preclinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging unit at NIBR is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to perform preclinical MRI experiments and data analysis. As part of the preclinical MRI team, you will support the development of therapies in a wide range of disease areas. You will participate in the design and modification of research protocols for MRI experiments, and then independently acquire MR data and analyze it.

Your Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing and coordinating all lab activities.
• Planning and executing imaging sessions, including preparing animals for imaging and operating the MRI scanner.
• Teaching others to perform MRI experiments.
• Overseeing the data collection process and managing the laboratory’s network of raw and processed imaging data; ensuring that all experimental methods and results are saved in the Electronic Laboratory Notebook in a timely fashion
• Performing data analysis using image analysis software.
• Basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• General administrative duties for maintaining the infrastructure of the lab – ordering laboratory supplies, equipment, and services; writing/maintaining IACUC protocols.
• Monitoring safety procedures and ensuring compliance with all institutional regulations.

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Minimum requirements

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• A bachelor’s degree in science;
• Experience in running MRI experiments;
• Rodent handling experience;
• A high degree of computer literacy;
• Experience with using image analysis software;
• Must have broad knowledge of scientific principles and imaging techniques;
• Able to effectively structure tasks, set priorities, and set deadlines;
• The ability to work independently to identify problems and troubleshoot solutions;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team environment.

Additional, Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in an imaging-related field or in pharmacological sciences is preferred.
• Experience with minor surgical procedures and rodent tail vein injections is an advantage.

Why consider Novartis?

799 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2019. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives?

We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment. Where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data. Where you’re empowered to risk failure by taking smart risks, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges.

Imagine what you could do at Novartis!

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Novartis embraces diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration, and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Additional Info:

Division: NIBR
Business Unit: NEUROSCIENCE
Country: USA
Work Location: Cambridge, MA
Company/Legal Entity: NIBRI
Functional Area: Research & Development
Job Type: Full Time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift Work: No

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