Intern in Global Discovery Chemistry

Are you a scientifically curious Bachelor’s or Master’s student eager to contribute to breakthrough therapies that could improve and extend the lives of millions of patients?

Join our Biomedical Research team in Basel, Switzerland, for an internship in Global Discovery Chemistry—where we design and create new molecules to treat patients across key disease areas including Oncology, Cardiovascular, Metabolic and Renal, Immunology, and Neuroscience.

As part of Novartis’ innovation engine, you’ll work alongside a diverse and motivated team of medicinal, synthetic, and analytical chemists, driving and supporting cutting‑edge drug discovery projects. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge in synthetic or analytical chemistry, gain hands‑on experience, and grow under the guidance of expert scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently perform experiments, evaluate data, and generate reports
• Contribute to the design and optimization of experiments
• Implement innovative technologies to contribute to cutting‑edge research projects using your practical scientific expertise as well as guidance from senior experts

Essential Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in a chemistry‑related field, seeking an internship as part of your academic curriculum.
• Languages: Good communication skills in English (spoken and written); German is a plus.
• Lab experience: Independent lab work in chemistry, including planning and executing experiments; solid knowledge of organic and analytical techniques.
• Technical interests: Passion for developing and refining synthetic experimental methods.
• Team & Mindset: Collaborative team player with a proactive, positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning, problem‑solving, and innovation.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job, regardless of gender, religion, age, color, race, sexual orientation, nationality or disability.

Accessibility and accommodation: 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 [email protected], and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Application deadline: November 13 EOB.

Please submit a cover letter that includes your motivation for the position and from when you will be available.

Why Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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