This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis
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Role Purpose:
We are looking for a highly motivated Expert in Science & Technology 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.
Major accountabilities:
• Independently plan, organize, execute, and document scientific experiments (e.g., stability/ release testing, validations, etc.) according to the agreed timelines and appropriate quality standards.
• Execute experiments using HPLC, GC. Perform Cleaning validation and Cleaning verification experiments
• Accountable for documentation and submission of raw data in appropriate data system (e.g., GLIMS eLN ).
• Responsible for good documentation practices (GDP) and good laboratory practices (GLP) during execution of laboratory activities.
• Support in evaluation and interpretation of results including investigations on SST failures, OOX/Deviations/Change controls as needed.
• Responsible for assigned laboratory related area/activities (e.g., chemical/reagents/consumables /samples/column/ glassware management etc.).
• Train and coach associate scientists, technicians, temporary employees and employees under training / education
• Proactively communicate key issues and any other critical topics in a timely manner to the manager and/or to any other relevant project team member(s).
• Responsible to meet KQI (Key quality indicators) and KPI (Key performance indicators) for all assigned activities.
• Actively contribute to team and organization goals
• Work according to appropriate SOPs, GMP, HSE, ISRM and the company’s Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelors/Masters in Life Science (e.g., analytical / organic chemistry /pharmacy / pharmaceutical development) or equivalent
• 3+ years of related experience in a GMP environment
• Experience with HPLC, Cleaning validation/verification, GC
• Understanding of general regulatory and quality expectations.
• Good scientific background, communication skills including presentation and scientific/technical writing.
• Fluent English (Oral and written)
• German as a plus
Workload: 100% (40 hours per week)
Role type: Onsite
Required start date: November 2025
Contract: 24 months
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.
