Scientific Director, Physics

About the roleWe are looking for an exceptional Scientific Director, Physics to lead our Physics organization and help shape the scientific foundation behind Novocure's next generation of product innovation.In this highly visible leadership role, you will lead a team of physicists working at the intersection of physics, biology, engineering, and clinical science to advance our Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) technology. As a member of the Product Development Leadership Team, you will provide scientific direction, develop organizational capabilities, and help solve complex multidisciplinary challenges that drive innovation from early discovery through clinical application.This role requires both scientific depth and leadership excellence. You will build and develop a high-performing team, foster a hypothesis-driven approach to scientific problem solving, and influence strategic decisions across Product Development, Preclinical Research, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Clinical teams.Success in this role means building a world-class physics organization, strengthening scientific capabilities, driving meaningful innovation, and translating complex scientific questions into practical solutions that accelerate product development and improve outcomes for patients.This is a full-time position based at our R&D center in Haifa, Israel, reporting to the Global Head of Product Development. What you will doLead, mentor, and develop a team of 10–15 physicists focused on product innovation, biophysics, modeling, and experimental physicsServe as a key member of the Product Development Leadership Team, providing scientific leadership across product innovation initiativesPartner closely with Product Innovation, Preclinical Research, Clinical, Medical Affairs, Publications, and other cross-functional teams to solve multidisciplinary scientific and technical challengesDefine and advance the scientific and modeling framework that supports product innovation, translational research, and clinical developmentApply deep scientific expertise to guide multiple initiatives spanning device physics, biology, and clinical applicationsBuild new organizational capabilities by developing internal talent and leveraging external scientific expertise when neededPromote and model a hypothesis-driven scientific approach to problem solving and decision-makingSupport scientific publications, patent development, regulatory submissions, and external research collaborationsDeliver internal and external scientific training on the physics of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), as needed What you will bringPh.D. in Physics, Biophysics, or a related scientific disciplineAt least 10 years of professional experience (or 7+ years following completion of a Ph.D.), with experience in academia considered an advantageAt least 4–5 years of industry experience leading and developing scientific teamsProven experience leading multidisciplinary scientific organizations and influencing cross-functional stakeholdersStrong systems-thinking capabilities with the ability to connect physics, biology, medical devices, and disease understanding to product innovationAbility to balance long-term scientific strategy with execution and measurable business impactOutstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsExperience working across global teams, multiple locations, cultures, and time zonesAbility to manage multiple strategic priorities in a dynamic environmentFluency in English and Hebrew, both written and spoken Who you areAn inspiring scientific leader who builds high-performing teams and develops exceptional talentA strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex multidisciplinary challengesA collaborative leader who naturally builds strong partnerships across scientific and business functionsAn influential communicator who can translate complex scientific concepts into actionable insightsA hands-on leader who combines scientific curiosity with accountability, execution, and resultsPassionate about advancing innovative technologies that have the potential to improve the lives of patients worldwide