* In-Vivo Translational Toxicology Scientist, Principal Scientist I or II
- Pay
- $222,300 – $234,000 per year
- Location
- Cambridge (USA)
- Listed
- Today
Job Description Summary
- Cambridge MA
- Internal: Principal Scientist I or II
- #LI-Onsite
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.
Key Responsibilities
- To 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 but not limited to 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 including Novartis Values and Behaviors.
- 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.
Additional information
This is a dual level 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.
The salary for this position is expected to range between
Principal Scientist I: $119,700 and $222,300 per year.
Principal Scientist II: $126,000 and $234,000 per year.
Pay and benefits
The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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Skills Desired
Animal Models, Bioinformatics, Collaboration, Communication, Data Analysis, Ethics, Laboratory Research, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Researching, Risk Assessments, Toxicology
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
From Novartis's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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