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Principal Scientist/Lab Head - Oncology Biotherapeutics

3-5 years
$108,500 to $201,500/year
10 July 1, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: PhD Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Principal Scientist/Lab Head – Oncology Biotherapeutics | Novartis – Cambridge, MA

Job Summary:

Novartis is seeking a Principal Scientist/Lab Head in Oncology Biotherapeutics to lead the discovery and development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, this role involves driving novel therapeutic strategies from target identification to clinical development. If you have a PhD and a strong foundation in cancer biology, ADCs, and collaborative research, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in oncology drug discovery.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead discovery programs by validating cell surface targets and developing novel ADC therapeutic strategies.

  • Oversee end-to-end project development from concept through lead candidate selection.

  • Guide and mentor lab-based scientists to generate critical preclinical data.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional global teams in protein engineering, medicinal chemistry, and in vivo modeling.

  • Present findings and strategic plans to leadership and governance review boards.


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • PhD in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.

  • 3–5 years of industry or academic research experience in oncology or biotherapeutics.

  • Strong understanding of cancer and cellular biology.

  • Hands-on experience with cell culture and in vitro cell-based assays.

  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary scientific teams.

  • Excellent communication and data presentation skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in ADC development, biologics drug discovery, or oncology therapeutics.

  • People management or scientific leadership experience.

  • Strong publication or patent record in oncology-related research.


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary range: $108,500 to $201,500/year

  • Potential sign-on bonus and equity awards

  • Full benefits: health, life, disability insurance, and 401(k) with match

  • Generous paid time off: vacation, sick leave, parental leave

  • Access to Novartis professional development and learning programs


Company Description:

Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR) is a global innovation hub driving transformative drug discovery across therapeutic areas, with a strong focus on oncology, biotherapeutics, and precision medicine. Located in Cambridge, MA, NIBR fosters a highly collaborative and science-driven environment dedicated to delivering cutting-edge treatments to patients worldwide.


Work Mode:

On-site – Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA


Call-to-Action:

Ready to lead scientific discovery that can reshape cancer treatment? Apply now to join Novartis as Principal Scientist and bring life-changing therapeutics to patients through innovation in biotherapeutics and ADCs.