External Analytical Operations Manager
Manage project specific interactions with global external partners and provide scientific support for outsourced projects across global Analytical Development.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Oversee outsourced analytical activities at global external partners.
2. Manage forecasting of respective projects, and planning at external partners.
3. Cover project specific interactions with external partners in collaboration with the Analytical Sub-Team.
4. Provide scientific support for outsourced projects, incl. writing/reviewing technical documentation as well as troubleshooting and deviation handling.
5. Support Analytical Development in driving strategic outsourcing, and in further improving outsourcing processes as per scope.
Essential Requirements:
1. Degree in science or equivalent (BSc., MSc., or equivalent), ideally Biotechnology or Biology.
2. Fluent in English (oral and written).
3. Demonstrated experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Analytics and/or R&D.
4. Experienced in managing portfolio projects (e.g., Analytical Expert) and/or external partners (e.g., External Operations Manager).
5. Strong planning- and organizational skills, with a financial acumen.
Desirable Requirements:
1. Experience gained in a Laboratory Environment: Previous experience working in a laboratory setting, ideally with Biotherapeutics.
2. GMP Experience: Hands-on experience with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines, ensuring compliance and quality.
About Us:
We are Novartis, committed to building an outstanding, inclusive working environment and diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve.
What We Offer:
* A market-competitive base salary.
* An attractive incentive program.
* A modern company pension scheme.
* Childcare facilities.
* Learning and development opportunities.
* Worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group.