Biocatalysis and Protein Engineering - Industrial Post Doctoral Researcher in Global Discovery Chemistry (Novartis Genesis Labs)

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Job Description Summary

1. That's the number of months you will spend embedded in Global Discovery Chemistry (GDC) as an Industrial Postdoc, working at the heart of Novartis's most ambitious internal innovation initiative - the Genesis program. We are looking for a highly motivated, bold-thinking postgraduate scientist with expertise in biocatalysis, protein engineering, synthetic biology or a closely related field, ready to develop transformative technology platforms that reshape how medicines are discovered and made.

This is not a conventional postdoc. Genesis is Novartis's flagship internal innovation program - structured as an internal startup within one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. Think of it as the intellectual challenge and pace of an early-stage biotech, backed by the resources, scientific depth, and pipeline of Novartis Biomedical Research. We will encourage you to move fast, think big, and work on problems that matter - with the support of a world-class interdisciplinary team around you.

This role is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of applied biocatalysis and protein engineering, at the interface between research and development, with direct impact on the Novartis portfolio. You will not only transfer your scientific knowledge into practice - you will develop your leadership skills, build a powerful internal and external network, and lay the foundation for an exceptional career in the pharmaceutical industry or academia.

Job Description

- present findings internally, contribute to patents, and make complex science accessible to diverse audiences.

What You'll Bring to the Role

• A completed PhD at the interface of Chemistry and Biology with a focus on biocatalysis, synthetic biology, enzyme engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Hands on experience in development of peptide-, or protein-modifying enzymatic transformations is preferred.
• Strong track record of original research and the ability to develop innovative (bio)catalytic transformations.
• Scientific curiosity and team spirit to effectively work at the interface of multiple scientific disciplines in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Effective knowledge of English, both oral and written, is required.
• Experience with state-of-the-art high throughput, computation or display technologies as well as previous post-doctoral experience is a further advantage but not a requirement.