AI Scientist – Image Analysis & Digital Pathology

Salary Range:

CHF102200.00 - CHF189800.00

Band

Level 4

Job Description Summary

Location: Basel or Cambridge
Onsite

Relocation is offered for this role.
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The Oncology Data Science team in Biomedical Research at Novartis works at the intersection of oncology drug discovery computational biology AI/ML and data engineering. We are seeking an enthusiastic AI/ML scientist with deep expertise in digital pathology and a strong curiosity for translational research to join the AI & Innovation Team.
This role will apply advanced AI approaches to generate insights from complex imaging datasets and support our oncology drug discovery programs.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and apply AI / deep learning approaches to extract insights from digital pathology imaging datasets (e.g. H&E IHC mIF Spatial transcriptomics).
• Work with foundational models including pre-trained self-supervised multi-purpose and multi-modal models to advance generative AI applications in drug discovery.
• Support imaging biomarker development efforts by analyzing pathology imaging data and collaborate with pathologists and translational teams to interpret image-derived biomarkers and biological findings.
• Contribute to evaluation validation and benchmarking of image analysis algorithms and workflows.
• Perform tissue segmentation cell phenotyping feature extraction and spatial analysis using state-of-the-art computational approaches.
• Stay current with advances in computational pathology AI/ML and spatial biology technologies; contribute to scientific publications; and present results at internal and external scientific conferences.

Requirements:

• Machine Learning Computer Science Applied Mathematics Computational Biology or related field. Candidates with MSc in Machine Learning Computer Science Applied Mathematics Computational Biology or related field with 4 years of relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Strong experience analyzing pathology imaging modalities including H&E IHC multiplex IF and / or spatial transcriptomics data.
• Understanding of machine learning methods for segmentation classification detection and representation learning.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: generative AI digital pathology foundation models geometric deep learning and / or multi-modal learning.
• Excellent programming skills and proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch with openness to learning new tools and technologies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate complex data insights and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Strong research skills evidenced by publications in leading scientific journals and / or conference presentations.

Rewards

At Novartiswerecommitted to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and also offer a variety of competitive benefits inkindto help you thrive personally and professionally such as insurance plans retirement plans wellbeingresourcesand global recognition addition we provide flexible and hybrid working options where possible anda minimum of14 weekspaid parental leave.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role:

• Switzerland: 102200.00 - 189800.00 CHF Annual

The salary offered isdeterminedbased on gender-neutralobjectives such as relevant skillscompetenciesand experiencein accordance withthe Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverseequitableand inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Readourbrochureto learn more about our global total rewards offering: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity will be communicated separately to you during the applicationprocess.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverseteamsrepresentativeof the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis:Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart passionate people like you. Collaboratingsupportingand inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients lives. Ready to create a brighter future together and Rewards:Read our handbook to learn about all the wayswellhelp you thrive persona

Skills Desired

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Biostatistics Change Management Curious Mindset Data Governance Data Literacy Data Quality Data Science Data Visualization Deep Learning Graph Algorithms Learning Agility Machine Learning (ML) Machine Learning Algorithms Python (Programming Language) Stakeholder Engagement Statistical Analysis Time Series Analysis