Researcher -In vivo
(Temporary Position-9 Months)

About the role

We are looking for a Researcher to join our Animal Studies team within the Preclinical Department for a 9-month maternity leave cover.

In this role, you will contribute to preclinical research that supports Novocure's clinical pipeline by investigating the anti-tumor effects of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) using animal cancer models.
Working as part of a collaborative research team, you will design and execute in vivo studies, analyze experimental data, and generate high-quality scientific results that help advance innovative cancer therapies toward the clinic.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on researcher who enjoys working in a dynamic laboratory environment and is passionate about translational research.

Success in this role means independently planning and conducting high-quality experiments, maintaining rigorous scientific standards, supporting broader preclinical research activities, and contributing reliable data that advances our research programs.

This is a full-time, temporary position (9 months) based at our R&D center in Haifa, Israel.

What you will do

• Plan, design, and perform animal studies in accordance with approved protocols and the highest scientific standards.

• Prepare experimental protocols and execute studies while ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Document, analyze, and interpret experimental results and prepare scientific reports and study summaries.
• Support additional research activities across the Preclinical Research team as needed.
• Maintain research facilities and laboratory environments according to required standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams to support ongoing preclinical research programs.

What you will bring

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Medical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field;
  OR M.Sc. in one of these disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of proven industry experience.

• Authorization and hands-on experience working with laboratory animals-must.
• Experience working with cultured cells.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent technical and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Experience with animal cancer models – an advantage.
• Experience in immunological research – an advantage.
• Experience with flow cytometry – an advantage.
• Experience with histology methods – an advantage.

Who you are

• A highly organized and responsible researcher with exceptional attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys contributing to multidisciplinary scientific research.
• An independent scientist with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
• Motivated by scientific excellence and the opportunity to contribute to innovative cancer research.

ABOUT NOVOCURE

Novocure is a company with a powerful mission: to extend the lives of people living with some of the most aggressive forms of cancer. Here your work will have a direct impact on patients and those who care about them. Join a team of passionate, collaborative people who support each other, challenge one another, and innovate together. Here, you’ll connect, grow, and make a real difference. We’re a company with the drive of a startup and the strength that comes with 25 years of success.

Novocure operates at a rare crossroads, where advanced medical technology converges with cutting-edge biotechnology. We are the only company to develop and commercialize Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), a proprietary, groundbreaking therapy designed to disrupt cancer cell division.
With us you will find a unique combination of laboratory research work alongside engineering development of advanced technologies. This fusion of disciplines positions us as true pioneers in oncology innovation, leading a new frontier in the treatment of aggressive cancers.

Our patient-forward values

– innovation

– focus

– drive

– courage

– trust

– empathy