Vice President / Global Head, Oncology Data Science

Job Description Summary#LI-Onsite, Cambridge, MA

About the Role:

Are you passionate about leveraging data science to bring life-saving medicines to patients? At Novartis, we are looking for an exceptional computational biologist with oncology expertise to lead our global team of data scientists within the Biomedical Research Oncology Disease Area. Join us in transforming the future of medicine!

Key Responsibilities

As the Vice President / Global Head of Oncology Data Science, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Driving high-caliber, interdisciplinary research grounded in computational biology, focusing on early biology/target discovery, drug discovery, biomarker discovery, and translational investigation.
• Interfacing with all stages of drug discovery, providing insights into target discovery, mechanism of action, biomarker discovery, back translation, and clinical trial support and analysis.
• Leading and collaborating with the global Oncology organization while implementing a vision for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML).
• Serving as a member of the Oncology Disease Area leadership team and contributing to scientific strategy and mission.
• Representing oncology on the Biomedical Research Computational Science Council (CSC).
• Building, implementing, and managing AI/ML related programs with Oncology target and drug discovery project teams and platforms.
• Leading, developing, and inspiring a global team of Oncology Data Science Experts based in Basel, Cambridge, and San Diego.
• Identifying and evaluating external opportunities for strategic AI collaborations and leading resulting cross-functional, global collaborations.
• Acting as a mentor to Data Science and AI/ML experts.

Salary and Benefits

The expected pay range for this position at the commencement of employment is between $313,600 and $470,400 per year. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Total compensation may also include a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave.

Essential Requirements

• Location: Cambridge, MA; no remote option available. Position requires 10-15% travel (domestic/international).
• Minimum of a University Degree with a PhD or MD equivalent in computer science, data science, biology, chemistry, or medicine.
• Extensive people management experience.
• Deep understanding of oncology, specifically in early biology/target discovery, drug discovery, biomarker discovery, and translational investigation.
• Experience in establishing and executing an organizationally-aligned strategy for data management and scientific priorities.
• Proven track record in achieving scientific business outcomes and leading high-performing diverse teams in matrix organizations.
• Solid record of influential, peer-reviewed publications.
• Strong strategic thinking, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits and Rewards

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to creating an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We take pride in maintaining a diverse environment and do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the job's essential functions, contact us at [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339 with your request and contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.