Scientist in Drug Product Development (m/f/d)

Scientist in Drug Product Development (m/f/d)

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• Apr 23, 2025

Summary

Temporary, 12 months

• Location: Schaftenau, Austria

Role Purpose

We are looking for a passionate Scientist to join our team and lead a wide range of activities from formulation and process development to technical transfer and submission support.

You will play a key role in the development of Biologics Drug Products and be part of an international, collaborative team, located in Schaftenau, Austria. It is an exciting time to join us on our journey to re-imagine medicine for the patients!

Your Responsibilities

• Independently design, plan, perform or supervise technical and scientific activities in close alignment with the respective project manager and lab scientists
• Interpretation of results from scientific / technical activities, drawing relevant conclusions and presentation of data to relevant sub-teams
• Contribute to various scientific initiatives and workstreams
• Manage and execute the technology transfers of drug product manufacturing processes from development sites to internal/external manufacturing sites
• Writing and reviewing of high-quality reports for submissions preparation, review of regulatory CMC documents and contribution to interactions with health authorities and audits as subject matter expert
• Drive and support Root Cause Investigations (RCIs) as well as trouble shooting activities including development of solutions, mitigation plans and reporting risks
• Present scientific or technical results to different audiences within Novartis or externally

Requirements

• Ideally PhD or Master in pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering or other relevant discipline
• Experience (1-3 years) of work related to biotech / pharmaceutical industry with focus on formulation or manufacturing processes development, technical transfer, validation and submission, data science, statistics
• Knowledge in data science and statistical data analysis, and background/interest in process modeling, simulation, automation and basic programming (e.g. Phyton) is an advantage
• Solid understanding of quality standards and regulations in pharmaceutical industry. Experience in GMP environment is an advantage
• Strong scientific/technical writing and presentation skills
• Open, curious, problem-solving mindset, good organizations skills, team spirit and ability to work in a global, interdisciplinary environment
• Excellent English required (oral & written)
• Candidates with more experience may be considered for a Senior Expert level

In accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is €54,735.38/year (on a full time basis). We also offer a potential market oriented excess payment in line with your experience and qualifications.

Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities: If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as 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. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.

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?

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AT33 (FCRS = AT033) Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturing GmbH

• Functional Area Research & Development

Job Type Full time

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Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities

If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as 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. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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