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Job Description Summary
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Location: Basel Switzerland
#LI-Hybrid (12 days/month in office)
Join a team that's transforming cancer care through radioligand therapy (RLT), a cutting‑edge approach that delivers targeted radiation directly to cancer cells. As a Computational Biologist/Expert in Data Science, you will translate complex molecular data into real‑world breakthroughs that drive target identification, drug development, and biomarker discovery, shaping the future of oncology and impacting millions of lives globally.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams of biologists, chemists, and data scientists to support drug discovery efforts focused on novel cell surface targets for radioligand therapy.
* Analyze and interpret high‑dimensional biological data such as NGS, spatial transcriptomics, and high‑throughput screens to inform experimental design and target selection.
* Apply bioinformatics and machine learning techniques to enable the identification of therapeutic targets, biomarkers, and mechanisms of action relevant to RLT.
* Mine and integrate diverse datasets, including public repositories and real‑world clinical data, to generate actionable insights.
* Develop and refine analytical workflows and visualization tools to support emerging technologies and communicate complex findings effectively.
* Present key findings to diverse scientific audiences, contributing to collaborative decision‑making and project advancement.
Essential Requirements
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in bioinformatics, computer science, or a related field with two years of relevant experience.
* Proficiency in Python or R for bioinformatics applications; experience with UNIX/Linux environments.
* Demonstrated expertise in processing and visualizing complex multidimensional omics datasets, including transcriptomics and single‑cell data.
* Familiarity with version control and reproducible workflow practices; knowledge of cancer genomics, proteomics, or immuno‑oncology is advantageous.
* Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences; fluency in English (oral and written).
Skills Desired
* Biostatistics
* Computer Programming
* Data Analysis
* Databases
* Data Management
* Data Mining
* Data Quality
* Data Visualization
* Deep Learning
* Graph Algorithms
* High‑Performance Computing
* Logistic Regression Model
* Machine Learning (ML)
* Master Data Management
* Pandas (Python)
* Python (Programming Language)
* R (Programming Language)
* Random Forest Algorithm
* SQL (Structured Query Language)
* Statistical Modeling
* Time Series Analysis
Key Skills
* Laboratory Experience
* Transfection
* Bioinformatics
* DNA Isolation
* Genetics
* PCR
* R
* Biochemistry
* Next Generation Sequencing
* Cell Culture
* Molecular Biology
* Research Laboratory Experience
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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