Director Pathology

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Build and inspire multidisciplinary teams across pathology investigative/molecular pathology and biodistributioncreating a culture of scientific excellence collaboration and talent growth.

Establish next-generation scientific standards for non-GLP/GLP execution reporting and data integrityensuring consistent decision-grade outputs that are inspection-ready.

Serve as the site scientific authority for pathology and biodistribution: anticipate and define target-organ liabilities build pathogenesis/MoA narratives and translate uncertainty into clear risk-based recommendations.

Architect the investigative pathology strategy (IHC ISH/RNAscope digital and spatial pathology and -omics) that connects tissue biology to target engagement safety signals and translational relevance.

Shape portfolio decisions through governance and matrix leadershipbringing crisp evidence-based storytelling that guides go/no-go decisions mitigation strategies and development plans.

Lead innovationaccelerating insight generation and setting a vision for how pathology enables modern drug development.

Essential Requirements:

DVM/MD (or equivalent) with formal pathology training and 15 years in toxicologic pathology; or PhD and/or board certification (e.g. DACVP or equivalent) with 10 years in toxicologic pathology.

Demonstrated people leadership (coaching talent development performance management and team building).

Strong interpretive capability across toxicologic pathology molecular pathology and biodistribution with a track record of translating findings into high-quality reports and regulatory documentation.

Scientific credibility demonstrated through publications and/or presentations.

Pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience across discovery through development (early phase to registration).

Desirable Requirements:

Deep expertise in investigative pathology design and interpretation (IHC ISH/RNAscope digital pathology spatial profiling).

Ability to synthesize complex molecular datasets (RNA-seq proteomics spatial transcriptomics) in the context of tissue biology and pathology.

Strong cross-functional influence and comfort operating in governance forums and matrixed teams.

Commitment to scientific rigor clear data storytelling and continuous improvement.

The salary for this position is expected to range between: $204400-$379600/year

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 addition employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation personal days holidays and other leaves.

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EEO Statement:

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 gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

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