Novocure

Novocure is an international oncology company founded in 2000 by Professor Yoram Palti, known for discovering the therapeutic effects of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) on cancer cells. Headquartered in Saint Helier, Jersey, UK, Novocure operates in the United States, Germany, Japan, Greater China, and other international markets. The company specializes in developing and commercializing delivery systems that utilize its proprietary TTFields technology. This non-invasive treatment approach targets solid tumor cancer cells by using low-intensity, intermediate-frequency electric fields to disrupt their division and inhibit tumor growth. Novocure's key products include Optune Lua, for malignant pleural mesothelioma, and Optune Gio, for glioblastoma. Both products are designed to be used alongside standard chemotherapy regimens to enhance treatment efficacy. Novocure is committed to expanding the applications of TTFields therapy through clinical research, having participated in over 80 medical trials worldwide.

Medical Devices Baar, Switzerland Founded 2000 ~850 employees NASDAQ: NVCR

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Employees
850
+1% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$712K
Revenue ~$605M
Stock
NVCR
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
13.8%
Tech: 10.8%
H1B filings, FY2026
2
Sponsors visas

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering3
IT1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 2 filings.

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Novocure FAQ

How many employees does Novocure have?

Novocure has about 850 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Novocure sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Novocure filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Novocure's revenue per employee?

Novocure makes about $712K in revenue per employee, based on $605.22M annual revenue and 850 employees.

Is Novocure a public company?

Yes. Novocure is publicly traded under the ticker NVCR on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.