The posting
Job ID
REQ-10089124
Oct 15, 2026
Switzerland
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.
About the Role ###
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)
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
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we-ll help you thrive personally and professionally. Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
Division
International
Business Unit
Other
Location
Switzerland
Site
Basel (City)
Company / Legal Entity
C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG
Functional Area
Others
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Early Career (Fixed Term)
Shift Work
No
Others International Switzerland
Job ID
REQ-10089124
Next Generation Scientist 2027 ###
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