Band Level 2 Job Description Summary You are a biologist who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You execute biochemical and cellular profiling assays to deliver high‐quality data to impact early drug discovery projects. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented biologist to join our Lead Identification and Optimization (LIDO) team in our research site in Basel. You will accelerate drug discovery by producing high quality data on compounds tested in cellular and biochemical profiling assays, working closely with your colleagues in global Discovery Sciences (DSc) and project teams within Biomedical Research (BR). Job Description Key responsibilities: Adapt biochemical and/or cellular profiling assays into robust and standardized assays to support testing of newly synthesized compounds generated by project teams with a focus on fast turnaround times with regards to delivering data. Develop, document and maintain SOPs for LIDO process and quality control. Proactively identify and implement improvements to enhance lab processes, performance and reliability. Coordinate and plan execution of LIDO profiling assays with internal stakeholders Essential Requirements : Expertise in either biochemical or cellular assay execution. High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary global teams. Flexibility and responsiveness to shifting priorities. BSc or MSc in Biology, Biochemistry, or equivalent qualification. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Skills Desired Algorithms, Algorithms, Analytical Skill, Analytical Thinking, Chemical Biology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Curious Mindset, Data, Data Analysis, Design Of Experiments, Detail-Oriented, Diversity & Inclusion, Drug Discovery, Ethics, Hypothesis Testing, Immunology, Laboratory, Lifesciences, Mammalian Cell Culture, Medical Research, Molecular Biology, Organization { 6 more}