Associate Director Physics Team Leader and Process Automation

Role: Associate Director leading the Physics & Process Automation Team within Novartis' Isotope Development Unit in Watertown, MA, focusing on radio-isotope production and related process automation technologies. Responsibilities: provide technical leadership in isotope irradiation processes, oversee interdisciplinary teams of scientists and project leads, co-manage project strategies, timelines, and resource planning, and ensure high-quality deliverables aligned with strategic priorities. Manage vendor interactions, budget, and external collaborations; foster effective communication and team development. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or PhD preferred), minimum 5 years’ experience in radiopharmaceuticals, process automation, or physics with a strong background in isotope production technologies, accelerators, and radiochemistry. Proven leadership in multidisciplinary, international teams and project management skills essential. HighValue: focus on isotope production, irradiation technologies, accelerators, radiochemistry, and process development. Work setup: onsite in Watertown, MA, with 20% travel.