Discovery Postdoctoral Fellow, Diseases of Aging and Regenerative Medicine (DARe)
Novartis
August 19, 2026
On-site
Minnehaha County, SD
Clinical Research and Development
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute independent, hypothesis-driven research programs aligned with strategic disease biology questions.
- Develop and apply advanced in vitro and in vivo model systems to investigate how age-associated changes in the immune system influence tissue function, repair, and regeneration.
- Design, perform, and interpret molecular, cellular, and in vivo experiments to uncover mechanisms linking aging to tissue dysfunction.
- Develop innovative experimental and analytical approaches to investigate mechanisms of tissue regeneration, aging, and cellular plasticity.
- Communicate scientific findings through publications, internal meetings, and external scientific conference presentations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning regenerative biology, immunology, data science, screening sciences, translational research, and therapeutic area biology.
Essential Requirements
- PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in a relevant scientific discipline completed prior to the fellowship start date (PhD conferred in 2026 only).
- Strong background in immunology, aging biology, regenerative biology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, cell biology, or related discipline.
- Ability to conduct mechanistic studies to generate, test, and validate biological hypotheses.
- Demonstrated record of scientific achievement (publications, presentations, patents, or equivalent) and ability to independently drive research projects.
- Strong commitment to learning, innovation, and professional development.
- Hands-on experience in molecular, cellular, and in vivo biology (cell/organoid/ex vivo culture; imaging; phenotypic analysis; genetic perturbation; assay development).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrix environment.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience investigating tissue-immune interactions in aging, regeneration, or disease.
- Experience with animal models, tissue harvesting, and downstream tissue profiling.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting salary: $87,000 USD per year.
How to Apply
- Submit CV and cover letter by September 17, 2026; describe research interests, career aspirations, and how the program supports long-term development.
- Design and execute independent, hypothesis-driven research programs aligned with strategic disease biology questions.
- Develop and apply advanced in vitro and in vivo model systems to investigate how age-associated changes in the immune system influence tissue function, repair, and regeneration.
- Design, perform, and interpret molecular, cellular, and in vivo experiments to uncover mechanisms linking aging to tissue dysfunction.
- Develop innovative experimental and analytical approaches to investigate mechanisms of tissue regeneration, aging, and cellular plasticity.
- Communicate scientific findings through publications, internal meetings, and external scientific conference presentations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning regenerative biology, immunology, data science, screening sciences, translational research, and therapeutic area biology.
Essential Requirements
- PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in a relevant scientific discipline completed prior to the fellowship start date (PhD conferred in 2026 only).
- Strong background in immunology, aging biology, regenerative biology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, cell biology, or related discipline.
- Ability to conduct mechanistic studies to generate, test, and validate biological hypotheses.
- Demonstrated record of scientific achievement (publications, presentations, patents, or equivalent) and ability to independently drive research projects.
- Strong commitment to learning, innovation, and professional development.
- Hands-on experience in molecular, cellular, and in vivo biology (cell/organoid/ex vivo culture; imaging; phenotypic analysis; genetic perturbation; assay development).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrix environment.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience investigating tissue-immune interactions in aging, regeneration, or disease.
- Experience with animal models, tissue harvesting, and downstream tissue profiling.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting salary: $87,000 USD per year.
How to Apply
- Submit CV and cover letter by September 17, 2026; describe research interests, career aspirations, and how the program supports long-term development.