In-Vivo Translational Toxicology Scientist, Principal Scientist I or II
Novartis
Summary
The purpose of this position is to conduct in-vivo toxicology studies using a broad range of scientific and technical skills to deliver high-quality data that contribute to advancement of discovery, technology and early development projects.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead / support preclinical rodent toxicology studies, performing technical and logistic activities to ensure successful conduct of the study.
- Actively contribute at laboratory meetings, to drafting of study protocols with the Study Director and to scheduling and implementing all activities involved in the study.
- Be proficient in and perform all technical procedures including animal handling, administration of test articles by all routes (PO, IV, SC, IP, etc.), clinical monitoring and care of animals, meticulous and timely documentation of findings, collection of quality samples (blood, urine, etc.) by different routes (tail vein, saphenous, abdominal aorta, vena cava, etc.), sample processing, data review and retrieval.
- Review, understand and comply with all company, IACUC, regulatory, etc. policies, protocols, standard operating procedures, and working instructions.
- Contribute to review and update of standard operating procedures and working instructions as needed.
- Excellent laboratory citizenship – ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, contribute to the upkeep and functioning of the laboratory and to foster a productive and dynamic team and work environment.
- Potential to develop into people manager.
Essential Requirements
- Must work some weekend days every month.
- Bachelor of Science in a biological sciences field.
- Over 10 years of experience in preclinical toxicology research.
- Experience in Big Pharma, CRO or Biotech.
- Experience (or ability to learn) using in-life data acquisition systems.
Requirements
- Must work some weekend days every month
- Bachelor of Science in a biological sciences field
- Over 10 years of experience in preclinical toxicology research
- Experience in Big Pharma, CRO or Biotech
- Experience (or ability to learn) using in-life data acquisition systems
- Proficiency in animal handling and technical procedures
- Administration of test articles by all routes (PO, IV, SC, IP, etc.)
- Clinical monitoring and care of animals
- Sample collection and processing
- Data review and retrieval
- Compliance with IACUC and regulatory policies and SOPs
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Vacation
- Personal Days
- Holidays
- Performance-Based Cash Incentive
- Annual Equity Awards
Company overview
Novartis is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, dedicated to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people's lives. As an innovative medicines company, Novartis focuses on developing high-value treatments that address society's greatest disease burdens through technology leadership in research and development. The company operates across five core therapeutic areas: cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases; immunology; neuroscience; oncology; and hematology. With a workforce of approximately 75,883 employees worldwide, Novartis reaches nearly 300 million patients across 118 countries. The company leverages advanced technology platforms including targeted protein degradation, cell therapy, gene therapy, radioligand therapy, and xRNA to develop breakthrough treatments. Novartis maintains a strong portfolio of oncology drugs and generics while continuously expanding its pipeline through strategic acquisitions and internal research. The company's commitment extends beyond drug development to ensuring global access to medical innovations through novel access approaches and patient assistance programs.