Overview
Deadline: November 15, 2026 Applications are open for the Novartis/University of Basel Next Generation Scientist Program 2027. The Next Generation Scientist Program 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
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Deadline: November 15, 2026
Applications are open for the Novartis/University of Basel Next Generation Scientist Program 2027 . The Next Generation Scientist Program 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.
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.
Research Areas
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)
Benefits
Novartis will provide a monthly stipend to cover incidentals and basic living expenses.
Eligibility
Be 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.
Application
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For more information, visit Next Generation Scientist Program .
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