Investigative Pathologist

Job Description Summary

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Internal Title: Director

Are you a veterinary pathologist driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation? Join our cutting-edge team at the intersection of animal pathology and human health, where your expertise will directly contribute to the development of transformative therapies for some of the world’s most challenging diseases.

We are seeking a bold, inquisitive, and visionary Veterinary Investigative Pathologist to lead preclinical pathology efforts in support of novel drug development. This is a unique opportunity to apply your deep understanding of comparative pathology to uncover disease mechanisms, validate therapeutic targets, and accelerate the translation of animal model insights into human clinical breakthroughs.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and interpret pathology studies in animal models to support drug discovery and development programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including toxicologists, pharmacologists, molecular biologists, and clinical researchers.
• Develop and refine animal models that mimic human disease pathology, with a focus on oncology, immunology, neurology, or rare diseases.
• Analyze histopathological data to identify biomarkers, therapeutic windows, and mechanisms of action.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and scientific publications.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies in digital pathology, AI-assisted image analysis, and molecular diagnostics.

Minimum Requirements:

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree; PhD and/or board certification (ACVP/ECVP) strongly preferred.
• 10 plus years demonstrated experience in investigative or translational pathology, within a pharmaceutical or biotech or academic setting.
• Strong knowledge of animal models of human disease and their relevance to drug development
• Exceptional analytical, communication and collaboration skills.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $204,400 and $379,600 per 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 benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

 

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, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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 us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

 

Salary Range

$204,400.00 - $379,600.00

 

Skills Desired

Analytical Thinking, Bioinformatics, Clinical Data Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Drug Discovery Process, Ethics, Group Problem Solving, Laboratory, Leadership, Life Science, Medical Research, Organization, People Management, Regulatory Compliance, Report Writing, Strategic Thinking, Team Management, Technical Skills, Time Management, Toxicology, Training, Waterfall Model