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Senior Scientist, Histology-CVM

Novartis
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Oct 2025
💰 $158,600/yr($85,400/yr$158,600/yr)

About the role

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Level 3


 

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our histology team. Here you will advance our understanding of disease biology, contribute to target identification efforts, and work towards the discovery and optimization of new drugs. The work involves collaboration with a host of basic research scientists across multiple disciplines as well as the clinicians who bring our drugs to patients.

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Internal job title: Senior Scientist I or Senior Scientist II
Location: Cambridge, MA

This position will be located at Cambridge, MA and will not have the ability to be located remote.


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: 

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Histology work to support the drug discovery process, including gross sectioning, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and digitization of slides.

  • Quantification of study results using automated image analysis programs (HALO, HALO AI).

  • Data analysis and documentation of experiments in lab notebook.

  • Presentation of results in lab and department meetings.

  • Assistance in writing research documents and publications.

Essential Requirements:

  • BS degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other life science field

  • 3+ years of histology experience

  • Knowledge of histology techniques including tissue processing and sectioning, special stains, automated IHC, IF multiplex, ISH, and image analysis.

  • Attention to detail, with the ability to quickly grasp new techniques

  • Knowledge of statistics and computational data analysis.

  • Excellent team player, who demonstrates strong communication skills, creative problem-solving capabilities, and enjoys working in a collaborative matrixed environment.

  • Exemplary laboratory practices and record keeping skills. Flexibility and aptitude for learning, with a passion to drive groundbreaking science.

Desirable Requirements:

  • MS degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other life science field

  • Familiarity with animal models of atherosclerosis is a plus!

This is a dual posting. The final level & title of the offer role would be determined by the hiring team based on the skills, experience & capabilities required to perform the role at the level the role has been offered

The salary for this position is expected to range between Senior Scientist I: $85,400- $158,600/year | Senior Scientist II: $93,800-$174,00/year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.


 

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.


 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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