摘要
As an experienced and skilled lab-based echocardiographer, you will work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting to conduct experiments in preclinical models of cardiovascular disease. You will perform multi-mode echocardiography, including strain by speckle tracking and Doppler imaging, to assess heart systolic and diastolic function. You will collect, analyze, and interpret echo images, and report cardiac structural and functional data in both written study reports and team meetings. You will support drug discovery for heart failure and arrhythmia therapeutics by participating in pharmacodynamic/pharmacokinetic (PK/PD) and efficacy studies, while expanding your knowledge in the field of non-invasive imaging.
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This position will be located at Cambridge, MA and will not have the ability to be located remotely.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently design, execute, analyze, and document in vivo echocardiographic experiments in heart failure and/or arrhythmia animal models.
- Actively mentor, train, and support the career development of direct reports, matrix direct reports, or junior associates.
- Leverage extensive, current knowledge of heart failure and arrhythmia indications to initiate, influence and/or drive projects.
- Identify scientific and technical trends in the field that influence project outcomes.
- Utilize comprehensive knowledge of project and drug discovery processes to formulate and address key scientific and technical questions.
- Establish new imaging techniques and approaches to support heart failure or arrhythmia studies.
- Adhere to good laboratory practices, including meticulous data recording and documentation.
- Contribute to drug discovery projects by conducting PK/PD studies.
- Work collaboratively and efficiently within a matrixed environment.
Role Requirements:
- Master's Degree plus 3 years of experience or recently completed PhD in Pharmacology or related life sciences preferred.
- Experience in conducting echocardiography in preclinical animal models of heart failure and arrhythmia. Experience in MRI is a plus.
- Proven expertise in experimental design and execution.
- Experience in working with a multidisciplinary team of scientists.
- Sound understanding of statistics and experience with common statistical software for biomedical research.
- Strong written, oral and record keeping skills.
Our Expectations:
- An ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and aptitude for learning, with a passion to drive groundbreaking science
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $103,600 and $192,400/year; 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.
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