This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis

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Job Purpose:
The line function Analytical Research and Development (ARD) is part of the Global Technical R&D department of Global Drug Development (GDD) 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.
For our team in ARD Science & Operations CH we are looking for a highly motivated expert in IT systems/tools, with extended expertise in IT system ownership and management, knowledge in data reporting/analysis/insights, and good overall organizational skills. Additional knowledge and experience in continuous improvement/operational excellence, and analytical chemistry/quality control environment is a plus.

Major accountabilities:

• Contribute to projects, initiatives and implementation of digital tools, lab digitalization, process excellence, continuous improvement, and change management with focus on ARD Science & Operations CH.
• Hold certain roles in selected digital tools to support user community, content management and processes, as needed.
• Provide flexible support for ARD analytical/QC labs, as needed.
• Act as Single Point of Contact (SPoC) for ARD colleagues on identified projects.
• Ensure GMP compliance for all GMP relevant activities in alignment with Novartis regulations and decisions.
• Work according to appropriate SOPs, GMP, ALCOA+, Quality Directives, Health and Safety (HSE) regulations and internal Novartis guidelines, as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry or other field, preferred in the field of IT systems/digital tools and analytical chemistry/quality control.
• Knowledgeable and agile in using different software.
• GMP/Data Integrity knowledge.
• Excellent organizational skills, collaboration, and team spirit and customer orientation.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to perform in a highly dynamic environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other data software, preferably LIMS systems.
• Good proficiency in English (oral and written), good proficiency in German or French is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Fast understanding of tasks

Workload: 100% (40 hours per week)
Role type: Onsite
Required start date: June 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 [email protected].