Early Innovation Lab Research Assistant

Location:

Haifa, IL, 3508504

Description:

Early Innovation Lab Research Assistant

Novocure is a global publicly-traded commercial-stage oncology company developing a profoundly different cancer treatment therapy called tumor treating fields (TTFields) for patients with solid tumors. TTFields therapy is a non-invasive, novel, antimitotic treatment modality that utilizes proprietary technology attempting to slow or reverse tumor progression by inducing tumor cell death.

Novocure's commercialized product, Optune, is approved for the treatment of adult patients with glioblastoma (GBM) in the USA, Europe, and Israel.

Novocure has ongoing or completed clinical trials and is further expanding its efforts into several other solid tumor indications - non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, and other types of solid cancers.

We are looking for a highly motivated Research Assistant for a full-time position to support research and development activities within our early innovation lab, specifically in the materials field.

In this role, you will be involved in assisting engineers and scientists in conducting experiments, prototyping, data collection, and documentation.

This position is located in Haifa and reported to the Associate Director, Array Innovation and materials engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the development and testing of prototypes, including assembling and modifying
components.
Conduct laboratory experiments and collect data for analysis.
Maintain and calibrate lab equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
Document experiment procedures, findings, and prepare technical reports.
Support engineering and R&D teams in material testing, process validation, and feasibility studies.
Organize lab inventory, materials, and tools to ensure efficient workflow.
Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized lab environment.
Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to innovative problem-solving.
Develop internal testing capabilities and work with external labs and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE:

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or other scientific discipline/ other relevant certification
(e.g., Practical engineer certification)
Materials Science, Chemical engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline

Knowledge:
At least 2 years of industry experience in a related field
Background in biomaterials and/or applied chemistry/physics
Hands on experience – able to design, construct and execute sophisticated technical material testing experiments
Data analysis programming skills (Matlab, Python)- an advantage
Experience with CAD software and basic electronics is an advantage

OTHERS:

Detail-oriented, hands-on, and passionate about new technologies and innovation
Ability to work neatlywith and precision in details
Willingness to learn and perform repetitive tasks as needed
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills in English

ABOUT NOVOCURE:

Our vision

Patient-forward: aspiring to make a difference in cancer.

Our patient-forward mission

Together with our patients, we strive to extend survival in some of the most aggressive forms of cancer by developing and commercializing our innovative therapy.

Our patient-forward values

– innovation

– focus

– drive

– courage

– trust

– empathy

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