Next Generation Scientist 2027 — Novartis
- Location
- Basel
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 21 days ago
Full description
Salary Range
CHF 0.00 - CHF 0.00
Job Description Summary The Next Generation Scientist Program 2027 by Novartis and University of Basel is an intensive internship program for talented and motivated research scientists from low-middle income countries. The 3-month program (01 June to 31 August 2027), hosted at the Novartis research site in Basel, Switzerland, is designed to foster both their scientific and professional development. Novartis will provide a monthly stipend to cover incidentals and basic living expenses. Guided by Novartis mentors, the interns work on a jointly, agreed-upon scientific, clinical research or global health project and participate in a leadership development program. Research projects expose selected scientists to state-of-the-art methodologies and leading experts in their fields, whilst ensuring that the knowledge and expertise gained can be applied within their home institutions.
Job Description
Minimum requirements
- Enrolled at university as MSc, PhD or MD student in a geography of scope (low- and middle-income country)
- Active participation in all program and training activities expected
- Advanced verbal and written English communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in groups
- Time management and good organizational skills
Research Area
- Preferred field of studies are across a wide range of Novartis therapeutic and functional areas, including translational science, clinical development, and global health.
- Therapeutic areas include, but are not limited to: Cardiovascular diseases, oncology (breast and prostate cancer), infectious diseases (malaria, dengue, cryptosporidiosis, leishmaniasis, Chagas disease leprosy), sickle cell disease
- Functional areas include, but are not limited to: Drug discovery and clinical research, clinical operations, bioinformatics, data analytics and AI, patient engagement/advocacy, global health (scientific publications and community health initiatives)
Skills Desired
Questions about this listing
What salary does Novartis offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Basel is CHF 62'000 - 94'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Novartis. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Novartis offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Novartis during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Basel?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Basel's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Basel's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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