Job Description Summary

About the role:

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The Biomarker Development (BMD) group at the Novartis BioMedical Research is seeking a Imaging Expert to join our Clinical Imaging & Analytics team. You will actively provide strategic, scientific, technical, and operational leadership on the optimal use of imaging in drug development.

Join an imaging team that has extensive knowledge of structural and molecular biomarkers and their use in clinical and translational drug development. You will work with clinical trial teams to determine the role of imaging endpoints along new biological pathways across different therapeutic areas.

The role offers a wide view of molecules across various stages as they transition from research to early development and subsequently to Ph2-3 trials. As a part of building imaging endpoints, the role also provides unique exposure to variety of other critical biomarkers (soluble and genetics) for an integrated view of identifying unique patient populations and novel readouts of efficacy and safety.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

Act as an internal expert in PET/SPECT and Molecular Imaging with focus on clinical trials
Partner with Oncology and General Medicine teams to develop and lead "fit for purpose" imaging strategy and execute on it.
Implement Imaging in clinical trials to add critical insights on patient eligibility, efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action.
Collaborate and execute imaging readouts with internal operational support and external contract research organizations (CRO).
Ensure quality and timely execution of imaging trials to deliver critical drug development decisions; be agile and responsive to clinical teams during the course of design, execution and interpretation of imaging trials.
Develop and manage network of external experts; be able to synthesize optimal inputs and customize for specific protocols.
Collaborate with Research teams to develop and lead translational imaging studies.
Drive molecular imaging and ligand development from late pre-clinic to clinic
Identify and/or develop novel imaging techniques and endpoints and implement them into clinical trials.

Minimum requirements:

Minimum requirements:
PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with 3+ years experience for Principal Scientist II (1-2 years for Principal Scientist I) in PET/SPECT Imaging (academic or industry). Industrial experience in clinical trials and translational research is highly desirable.
Technical knowledge in PET and SPECT for preclinical and clinical readouts.
Experience in clinical Radioligand/Radiopharmaceutical Therapy (RLT/RPT) is a plus.
Expertise in Radiochemistry and novel ligand development from bench to clinic is a plus.
Experience in regulatory submission, FIH, dosimetry, and receptor occupancy of molecular ligands is a plus.
Understanding of clinical trial design, statistics for endpoints, and clinical data flow is a plus
Project management experience and working with imaging CROs; understanding of sites, budgets, and multisite trials is a plus.
Proactive, self-motivated, and independent working style. Experience in a multidisciplinary team and understanding broader organizational goals.

Benefits and Rewards:

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Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $118,400 - $177,600/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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Salary Range

$118,400.00 - $177,600.00

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