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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation Senior Scientist, Chemistry (BS or MS) in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Job ID REQ-10023002 Your key responsibilities: Applying your chemistry expertise to prosecute on hits from biochemical or phenotypic screens Small molecule design, multi-step synthesis and optimization, including exploration of structure activity relationships and synthesis of chemical probes for addressing impactful biological and conceptual questions. Frequent oral data communication/presentation across a spectrum of skillsets and levels, engagement of internal and external partners and collaborators. Organizational skills for design, tracking, and communication experiments and data. Essential requirements: A B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemistry and 5+ years experience in academia or industry, with demonstrated ability in one or more of the following: synthetic organic chemistry, drug discovery, chemical biology, chemical probe design. This is not a PhD-level position. Proficiency in broad array of chemical synthesis techniques, chemical probe design and development, characterization and purification of new molecular entities/modalities. Experience with common spectroscopy (NMR, IR, UV, MS), analytical techniques and chromatography purification systems is required A comprehensive knowledge of modern organic synthetic methods; medicinal chemistry, chemical biology knowledge is a plus Track record of innovation, efficient hypothesis testing, and execution of outside-the-box approaches to tackle challenging scientific problems. Ability to design, perform, analyze, and interpret data to propose next steps in both experimental and project design and overall strategy. Highly self-motivated, fast learner, flexible, innovative and fearless. Thrives in an interdisciplinary, team-oriented and collaborative environments. Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between \$97,600 to \$146,400/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.