Senior Principal Scientist (Study Monitor) Preclinical Safety

Job ID REQ-10057306Date: July 15, 2025Summary

The Preclinical Safety (PCS) department within the Biomedical Research (BR) - Translational Medicine Unit provides non-clinical safety strategies for products in discovery, development, and market, globally, with state-of-the-art regulatory compliance.As a Scientific Study Monitor, you will oversee non-clinical research activities for multiple projects across various disease areas, focusing on in-vivo toxicity and/or in-vitro screening toxicity studies conducted at our CRO partner sites, acting as the primary scientific contact for the Study Director.About the Role

Major accountabilities:Lead and coordinate novel projects within the team or across functions, generating innovative ideas to meet technical requirements and project goals.Serve as the primary scientific contact for outsourced preclinical studies, ensuring studies are conducted according to protocols, GLP regulations, and international standards.Oversee study progress, resolve issues, and communicate effectively with internal experts and external partners to ensure timely delivery of reports.Maintain knowledge of relevant regulations (Swiss medic, OECD, FDA) to support GLP-compliant toxicology studies.Role Requirements:PhD or MVSc/MS/M.Pharm with 7+ years of experience in drug discovery or development, preferably as Study Director or Study Monitor in early preclinical GLP studies.Deep understanding of toxicology assays, safety pharmacology, and genotoxicity.Proficiency with techniques used in toxicology and drug development tools and processes.Excellent communication skills, team-oriented, with strong planning abilities.Registration with an international toxicology register is preferred.Why Novartis:

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