Senior Clinical Molecular Imaging Expert

**372105BR** **Job ID:** 372105BR **About the role:** 6000! That’s the number of associates in the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR). This division is the innovation engine of Novartis, focusing on powerful new technologies that have the potential to help produce therapeutic breakthroughs for patients. Want to look back on your career and know you’ve made a real difference? This is your chance! The Biomarker Development (BMD) group at the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR) is seeking a Senior Imaging Expert to join our Clinical and Precision Medicine Imaging team and actively provide strategic, scientific, technical and operational leadership on the optimal use of molecular imaging in drug development. In this role, you’ll join an imaging team with deep expertise in structural and molecular biomarkers and their application in clinical and translational development. You will interact with clinical trial teams to establish the role of imaging endpoints along novel biological mechanisms across diverse 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. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Develop and execute end-to-end “fit for purpose” molecular imaging strategies across portfolio: radioligand therapy (RLT), neuroscience (NS), metabolic diseases, etc. • Partner with stakeholders and teams across divisions and all stages of drug development (from research to post launch) • Act as an internal expert for PET, SPECT, and development of imaging agents with focus on utility in clinical trials • Implement developed imaging strategy in clinical trials, to deliver critical, decision-making data on efficacy, safety, mechanism of action • Identify and/or develop novel imaging techniques and implement in clinical trials • 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 • Interpret imaging data in the context of a disease • Develop and manage network of external experts (KOLs); be able to synthesize various inputs and provide custom, protocol specific recommendations \n\n\n\n **Position Title:** Senior Clinical Molecular Imaging Expert **Role Requirements:** What you’ll bring to the role: • PhD or MD or MD/PhD with 7 years of experience in PET/SPECT Imaging in academia, hospital or industry • In-depth technical knowledge in PET, SPECT as applied to in-life readouts (pre-clinic and clinic) • Expertise in use of molecular imaging tools and readouts in radioligand therapy (RLT) and/or neuroscience (NS) Clinical Trials • Understand the use of molecular imaging across different stages of drug development • Passion to drive for results and success with a sense of urgency. Willing to be held accountable and take personal responsibility for outcomes • Strong understanding of clinical trial design, statistics for endpoints and clinical data flow • Experience with clinical protocol writing across various line functions • Should be excited to work in a highly matrixed, highly supportive organization • Ability to balance external science (eg literature, KOL inputs) with optimal needs in projects • Demonstrated track record of innovative research Preferred Qualifications: • Industrial Experience in clinical trial & translational research is highly desirable esp in Leadership roles • Hands-on expertise in Radiochemistry and novel ligand development from bench to clinic • Experience in Regulatory submission and interaction with Health Authorities • Track record of project management and experience working with imaging CROs • Understanding of sites, budgets and experience with multisite trials Why consider Novartis? We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are brought together in an inspiring environment—where you’re given opportunities to explore the power of digital and data, and where you’re surrounded by people who share your determination to tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. We are Novartis. Join us and help us reimagine medicine. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve. Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com or call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $136,000 - $205,000/ year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/23 through 12/31/23, 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. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience, but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network **Job Type:** Full Time **Country:** USA **Work Location:** Cambridge, MA **Functional Area:** Research & Development **Division:** Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research **Business Unit:** Translational Medicine **Employment Type:** Regular **Company/Legal Entity:** NIBRI **Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion::** _The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential._ **Shift Work:** No **Early Talent:** No