Expert Science & Technology

Job Description

Summary Perform and document scientific experiments in the laboratory for drug substances (DS) and drug products (DP) in collaboration with multifunctional project teams. Contribute to maintenance of lab instruments/day-to-day operations. Timely execution of project related activities to support TRD-NCE strategies and goals. About the Role Major accountabilities: Plan, organize, execute, and document scientific experiments (e. g. , analytical method developments/ validations/ transfers/ stability/ release testing, formulation development analytics etc. ) according to the agreed timelines and appropriate quality standards. Accountable for documentation and submission of raw data in appropriate data system (for e. g. , LIMS test activation and results entry). 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. ). Responsible for implementation and maintenance of lean/efficient/environmentally sustainable practices in the laboratory. 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. Support internal and external audits and ensure no critical findings within the assigned scope. Actively contribute to team and organization goals. Work according to appropriate SOPs, GMP, GLP, QM, HSE, ISRM & Novartis Guidelines. Additional specific roles/tasks: See Up4Growth training assignments for the business roles for the associate as per the team matrix and completion of trainings in transcript of learning system (e. g. , Up4Growth). Minimum Requirements: Masters in Life Science (e. g. , analytical / organic chemistry /pharmacy / pharmaceutical development) or equivalent. 5+ years of relevant work experience in OSD forms- hands on in chromatography, multimedia dissolutions, In-vivo & Invitro dissolutions, quality investigations, QBD etc. Fluent in English (oral and written). Knowledge of site language, if required. Knowledge in quality principles driving drug development such as GMP. Understanding of general regulatory and quality expectations. Good scientific background, communication skills including presentation and scientific/technical writing. Work Experience: Functional Breadth. Operations Management and Execution. Collaborating across boundaries. Skills: Environment. Experiments Design. Health And Safety (EHS). Laboratory Equipment. Manufacturing Process. Materials Science. Process Simulation. Project Management. Sop (Standard Operating Procedure). Technical Writing. Languages : English. 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? https://www. novartis. com / about / strategy / people-and-culture Join our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up: https://talentnetwork. novartis. com/network Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we ll help you thrive personally and professionally: