Senior Expert Science & Technology (m/f/d)
Job ID REQ-10030872
Austria
Summary
LOCATION: Schaftenau, Austria
TYPE: Hybrid Working, #LI-Hybrid
In TRD Biologics, more than 1,000 associates across 4 locations are committed to delivering our evolving pipeline of transformative treatments. We develop Biologics drug substance and drug products from candidate selection to launch and drive competitive advantage through agility, innovation, and scale to best serve our portfolio, partners, and patients.
As an Analytical Expert (AE), you will lead and manage analytical project activities and apply scientific expertise to address complex R&D issues within a multidisciplinary project team developing new biological drugs. You will contribute to global technical strategies and goals, manage operational aspects in the lab as assigned, and develop strategies on science and technologies. We are looking for an experienced scientist with deep analytical expertise in Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) process development and solid project management skills to collaborate with our internal and external partners to support our high-priority project portfolio assets.
About the Role
Your key responsibilities:
* Design, supervise, and coordinate analytical development activities for assigned projects, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet customer needs.
* Lead analytical method development and provide scientific guidance for the matrix team within assigned projects (novel protein-based biopharmaceutical).
* Evaluate and interpret results of analyses and draw relevant conclusions. Review and approve analysis, critically evaluate results, and discuss conclusions with other scientists.
* Author and review scientific reports intended for internal and external partners and support the preparation of registration documents. Act as an analytical expert in health authority inspections or internal audits.
* Communicate, address, and solve complex problems within your area of responsibility.
* Contribute to budget and resource forecasts, ensure cost awareness, and manage project timelines.
* Strong stakeholder management skills assuring frictionless collaboration with internal customers and external partners (Clinical Research Organisations - CROs).
* Actively drive knowledge sharing, present scientific results internally, and contribute to publications, presentations, and patents.
What you will bring to the role:
* University degree (preferably PhD) in pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or other relevant natural science disciplines.
* At least 3 years of working experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, or other relevant industries.
* Advanced knowledge within the area of Analytical Development.
* Expertise in DS and DP process development.
* Excellent collaboration skills (ability to effectively work with others to achieve common goals through communication, teamwork, and problem-solving).
* Proficiency in oral and written English; German beneficial.
Why Novartis?
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives, and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us!
You’ll receive:
You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities, as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group. In accordance with Austrian law, we disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position, the minimum salary is €66,800/year (on a full-time basis). The actual salary will be significantly higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications, and individual competencies.
We are open to part-time and job-sharing models and support flexible and remote working where possible.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive working environment and diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities:
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process due to a medical condition, physical disability, or a neurodiverse condition, please reach out to disabilities.austria@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support we can provide will include advice on suitable positions and guidance at all stages of the application process. Austrian law provides candidates the opportunity to involve the local disability representative, Behindertenvertrauensperson (BVP), in the application process.
AT33 (FCRS = AT033) Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturing GmbH
Functional Area: Research & Development
Job Type: Full time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift Work: No
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