Novartis Hiring for AD/Director, Bio Cancer Therapeutics (Dual Posting) job in San Diego Full Time

About the role
Internal Job Title: Associate Director / Director, Biology Cancer Therapeutics (Dual Posting)

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About the role:
• We are seeking a PhD and/or MD professional who is a scientific leader in cancer biology with experience in antibody drug conjugates (ADCs).
• The individual will lead a scientific team within Cancer Therapeutics (CT) organization to progress innovative drug discovery programs with a focus on ADCs.
• This individual will report to the Head, Cancer Therapeutics, San Diego (CT SD) and will be a member of the CT Leadership Team.

Your Key Responsibilities:
• Lead exploratory biology and drug conjugate activities for the CT SD Site.
• Drive, in partnership with other oncology and Novartis Biomedical Research functional leaders, new areas of scientific investment in drug discovery including novel targets, tumor targeting modalities, linker payloads and external collaborations and partnerships.
• Play a crucial role in working with the Business Development and Licensing (BD&L) group by driving external opportunities that enable us to deliver on our strategy and helping with prioritization and decision making on such opportunities.
• Contribute to the overall scientific and discovery strategy for the CT SD site in close collaboration with functional leaders such as in vivo pharmacology, data science, protein sciences, medicinal chemistry and translational oncology to ensure that we are delivering on our strategy, taking data driven go/no go decisions and resourcing and prioritizing programs accordingly.
• Work closely with the global oncology team in crafting an innovative and driven portfolio for biologics drug conjugates by applying innovative and interdisciplinary thinking toward the development of novel tumor targeting drug conjugates to treat cancer.
• Be impactful in the global network externally and within and beyond the Novartis Biomedical Research Oncology Disease Area, by ensuring effective alignment with the appropriate experts in the Novartis matrix organization to drive discovery programs efficiently and successfully.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $166,400 – $302,400/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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Role Requirements
Role Requirements:
Essential Requirements:
• This is a dual posting. The final level & title of the offer role would be determined by the hiring team based on the skills, experience & capabilities required to perform the role at the level the role has been offered: Associate Director Level – Minimum 10 years of drug discovery and development experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry plus Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D in Life Sciences; Director Level – Minimum 15 years of drug discovery and development experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry plus Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D in Life Sciences.
• This position will be located at the San Diego, CA site and will not have the ability to be located remotely. This position will require approximately 5% travel as defined by the business (domestic and/ or international).
• In-depth knowledge / background in Oncology and ADCs along with proven track record in advancing ADCs from idea through IND and in building positive relationships with key functional area leaders.
• Consistent experience in leading direct reports with a track record developing talents and building teams.
• Strong publication track record and is recognized as

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