This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis
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Role Purpose
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Analyst/Analytical Expert to support Analytical Research & Development (ARD). ARD sits within the Global Technical R&D department of Development and plays an essential role in the characterization and analysis of Small Molecule Drug Substances and Drug Products from the time they leave the discovery laboratory until they are transferred to Commercial Production. The role will be part of the Small Molecules GMP Analytics Team with focus on small molecules and Radioligand Therapy.
Job Description
• Plan, execute and report results of scientific experiments for DS and/or DP applying state of the art analytical science and technologies (e.g., Release/stability/analytical method validation/ cleaning verification etc.) according to the agreed timelines. Ensure compliance to cGMP
• Accountable for documentation and submission of raw data in an appropriate system (e.g. LIMS)
• Responsible for good laboratory and documentation practices during execution of laboratory activities
• Support in evaluation and interpretation of results including investigations on SST failure, OOx/Deviation as required
• Review analytical documents (raw data review/approval, validation protocol, .....)
• Provide scientific guidance to laboratory associates
• Manage interactions and contribute to a high level of collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Support audits and health authority inspections and ensure no critical findings within the assigned scope
• Exhibit strong team spirit and promote knowledge exchange
Minimum Requirements:
• Master degree in analytical chemistry or equivalent and a minimum of 5 year's experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Strong expertise in analytical techniques, e.g. HPLC, Particle size, Dissolution testing, cleaning validation/verification, X-Ray, IR, etc..
• GMP experience is a must
• Experience with raw data review/approval
• Experience in handling Deviations/OOx as a plus
Languages :
• English
• German as a plus
Workload: 100% (40 hours per week)
Role type: Onsite
Contract: until 31.08.2027
Required start date: August 2025
Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com.
