Novartis
Principal Scientist II, Translational Biomarker Strategy Lead
$114K–$212K
Cambridge (USA) · Principal · Full-time · Posted Aug 5, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years in translational research, biomarker strategy, biomarker discovery, or drug development within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Education
- PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent in biology, pharmacology, immunology, translational medicine, molecular biology, or related discipline.
About the job
Leads translational biomarker strategy for drug discovery programs, from target validation through early clinical development readiness, to guide program decisions.
What you'll do
- Develop biomarker hypotheses, evidence requirements, decision criteria, and integrated execution plans.
- Represent biomarker strategy on assigned project teams and coordinate cross-functional activities.
- Generate translational evidence and drive external collaborations to support portfolio decisions and research-to-development transition.
What they ask for
- PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- 7+ years in translational research, biomarker strategy or discovery, or drug development in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Demonstrated experience developing biomarker strategies for drug discovery and development programs.
- Experience leading cross-functional matrix teams and influencing scientific strategy without direct authority.
Pay
114,100.00 - 211,900.00 USD Annual — base salary
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