What You'll Bring to the Role:

* PhD in Biology, Bioengineering, Computational Biology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or similar field (PhD students in the last year of their thesis work, are eligible to apply)
* Expertise in in vivo pharmacology and computational modeling OR expertise in one subject area with desire and demonstrated ability to grow in the other
* Proficiency with programming languages for data analysis or model building desirable (R, python, Matlab, …)
* Strong publication record or other scientific achievements (i.e. awards, patents
* Excellent analytical, communication, presentation and organizational skills
* Candidates must be able to work independently as well as with interdisciplinary teams
* Passion for fundamental exploratory research and boundless curiosity

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter by June 30 for consideration.

For more information about our postdoctoral program, please visit https://www.novartis.com/careers/postdoc-program (link is external) #PDX

Why Consider Novartis?

766 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2021. And while we’re proud of that fact, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how will 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. Where you’re empowered to take 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 & 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.

The pay rate for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $70,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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.

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.