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At Translational Medicine, we are committed to bringing breakthrough medicines and novel therapies to patients by building on research advances and playing a pivotal role in bridging the gap between research and clinical application. At TM, our work directly impacts patients worldwide.
During this immersive 2-year program, you will receive training and mentorship, and will be empowered to learn and work in a diverse, multicultural, global and inclusive environment to make innovation in medicine become a reality. If you are ready for a transformative experience and want to make a real impact on the lives of millions of patients, then this is the opportunity for you!
Program start: January 2027 (Flexible)
Offering a housing stipend for any candidates requiring relocation to Cambridge, MA if currently more than 50 miles from work site. Additional 3 weeks PTO per year included in contract offer as well.
Job Description
Early Career Physician -
This program is designed for physicians who have completed advanced specialty clinical training, such as fellowship. Ideal applicants will have 1-5 years of basic or clinical research experience, demonstrating a strong foundation in their specialty area. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to, internal medicine, cardiovascular, endocrinology/metabolism and critical care.
The selected fellow is expected to spend at least 80% of their time at Novartis Biomedical Research in Cambridge, MA during the fellowship, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of drug discovery and development.
Established Academic Physician -
This program is for physician-scientists who have completed training and now hold a faculty position at an academic medical institution. The selected fellow should have completed MD or MD-PhD training, gained 5-10 years of clinical care and basic and/or clinical research experience in academia, and now hold a faculty position. This person would bring a unique expertise to Novartis (i.e., in depth knowledge of a specific disease area) and may work on a project related to their area of expertise.
The selected fellow would remain as faculty members at their home institution, but spend at least 80% of their time at Novartis (i.e., 4 days a week).
Fellows will be assigned to clinical teams in their area of expertise and overseen by a Translational Medicine Expert (TME) and the Therapeutic Area (TA) head. For the 2026-2027 application period, we are particularly interested in candidates with an expertise in cardiovascular and/or metabolism. Depending on the specific project(s), the fellow would be expected to fully engage in project teams overseen by the lead TME, focused on activities related to early drug development. This may include providing clinical input for pre-clinical programs, creating integrated clinical developing plans, drafting protocols and other relevant clinical and regulatory documents, and medical monitoring of ongoing trials.
What to Expect:
Challenging and rewarding immersive experience that introduces the translational medicine landscape.
Collaboration with leading experts on clinical teams based on areas of expertise
Contribute to high-impact research projects that align with the strategic priorities of the Translational medicine discovery and profiling (TMDP) department
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
Mentoring and guided professional development
TM Academy is designed for individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences:
Career explorers/visitors: professionals with clinical and research experience who want extended time in drug discovery that may facilitate a career pivot.
Career re-launchers: professionals with relevant experience wanting to return to work after a career break
During the TM Academy you will :
Be trained and onboarded by experts
Embark on a progressive, blended and flexible learning experience covering conceptual, theoretical and experiential techniques
Gain hands-on experience by contributing to and supporting a range of activities essential to key areas including:
Supporting protocol development
Data analysis
Scientific literature review
Preparation and presentation of research findings
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to drive project success
Role Requirements
Candidates should have:
An MD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific discipline with advanced clinical specialty training (e.g. cardiovascular and/or metabolism or adjacent specialties)
Gained 5-10 years of clinical care and basic and/or clinical research experience in academia, and now hold a faculty position
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Strong communication and presentation skills
A commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative research
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the full duration of the two-year training program. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Location: Cambridge, MA (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $89.74/hr (1st year) & $95.90/hr (2nd year) W-2 Only (based on Education/Experience)
Contract: 24-month
Health, dental, vision, 401k (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)
Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
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.
Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at [email protected].