Cardiologist Physician Scientist (Associate Director or Director)

• Doctoral degree, MD required with clinical subspecialty training preferred in cardiovascular disease or endocrinology/metabolic disease; Additional PhD/post-doctoral equivalent research preferred.

• At least 1-2 years' experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company, CRO, or academic medical center, or related experience; 5 plus years to be considered for Director level.

• Recognized for medical expertise.

• Recognized for scientific expertise: respected by colleagues internally and externally, have made significant contributions to the field and created / established new concepts; record of high quality publications in international scientific journals.

• Excellent written and oral communication/presentation skills.

• Independence: Able to work independently on study planning and execution, and with supervision on project planning.

• Leadership of Collaborations: Able to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.

• Innovation: Seeks out new clinical discovery opportunities and PoC approaches.

• Additional consideration for candidates with advanced research experience in data science, genetics/genomics, AI or digital methods in electrocardiography and/or cardiovascular imaging.

• Demonstrated passion for science.

This is a dual level posting. The final level and 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.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $204,400 to $379,600/year at the Associate Director level and between $236,600 to $439,400/year at the Director level; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.