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Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow, cAMP Biology
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation · 🇺🇸 Cambridge (USA)
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- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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The US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description Summary We are excited to invite applications for the Novartis Biomedical Research Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, a unique training opportunity designed for exceptional early-career scientists eager to tackle some of the most challenging problems in biomedical research and drug discovery. As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will join Discovery Sciences team in Cambridge and pursue an innovative research project at the forefront of biomedical science and drug discovery. You will work alongside leading scientists in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment while gaining exposure to the broader ecosystem that translates scientific discovery into medicines. Our fellows are empowered to ask bold scientific questions, apply cutting-edge technologies, and develop approaches that have the potential to transform patient care. Job Description Internal Job Title: Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow Position Location: Cambridge, MA (Onsite) * Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. * This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Please only apply if you are currently authorized to work in the US for the 3 year duration of the program. * This is a full-time training position of up to three years in duration. Research Opportunity: Within your position you will investigate GPCR and cAMP signaling pathways in a multidisciplinary team. GPCR proteins are confirmed key drug targets playing an important role in cAMP linked downstream physiological effects. To gain mechanistic insights into cAMP signaling, you will explore key nodes in these various pathways and their intersections using cellular tools, human genetics, genomics, chemical biology, pharmacology and more. Why Join the Program? The Novartis Biomedical Research Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is designed to develop the next generation of scientific leaders and power the future of medicine through rigorous research, and immersive learning experiences, including the implementation of AI tools in biomedical research. Postdoctoral Research Fellows benefit from: • Guidance from accomplished scientific leaders and subject matter experts • Access to advanced technologies, platforms, and research capabilities • Collaboration across disciplines and organizational boundaries • A global and diverse community of postdoctoral fellows • Dedicated programming designed to help fellows thrive throughout their careers. • Personalized experiential learning opportunities through a Postdoc Practicum that empowers fellows to explore new scientific domains, build cross-functional expertise, and expand their impact beyond their primary research project. • Opportunities to present research, publish in leading journals, and build an international scientific network. We are entering a new era of biomedical research breakthroughs through the convergence of biology, technology, and artificial intelligence tools, and fellows are also supported in engaging with these emerging approaches. This is a full-time training position of up to three years in duration. Reimagining Medicine Together At Novartis, our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Through this program, you will grow as a scientist and future leader while contributing to discoveries that may ultimately benefit patients worldwide. Start Date: The start date for the 2026 Novartis BR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program cohort is October, 2026. Please confirm your availability to meet this date in your cover letter. Key Responsibilities: As a Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow, you will: • Shape your postdoc project by dedicating your efforts to multiple possible key scientific questions. • Combine d