Job Description Summary 24! That’s the number of months that you will be spending in Chemical Operations, Switzerland enrolled in our dynamic program. We are looking for a highly motivated recent graduate to develop and improve efficiency of commercial manufacturing processes across a diverse portfolio.This program offers young talents unique insights into various areas of chemical operations in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. This year we provide the opportunity to work at the interface of process organic and oligonucleotides chemistry including close interaction with Chemical and Analytical Development.During this program, you will be exposed to current standards in process validation, process safety and quality, process improvement within GMP, regulatory requirements and experience the dynamics of chemical manufacturing operations.You will not only be able to transfer your theoretical know-how into practice, but also to develop your soft skills and grow your internal network for your future career in the pharmaceutical industry.Job DescriptionYour responsibilities:Your responsibilities will vary throughout the program phases and include:
Application of scientific principles and concepts to chemical process development and optimization, potential innovations, and sound root cause analysis in support of research
Supporting process validation activities and related production documentation, e.g., quality risk analysis / process safety risk assessments / production batch records
Close interaction with process operators, analysts, and Quality Assurance. Willingness to provide expert support to routine shift operations
Provide training on specific tasks within your area of knowledge and experience / Participate in scientific exchange groups
Maintain excellent collaborations with our partners
Willingness to learn regulatory requirements in chemistry, production, and control.
What you bring to the role
PhD or recent master's degree in organic chemistry/oligonucleotide interface or related disciplines (max. 12-18 months' experience)
Good organic chemistry skills.
Knowledge of or interest in the production and control of complex molecules (e.g., oligonucleotides) is an advantage
Understanding of engineering and upscaling aspects is an advantage
An excellent track record of original research.
Ready to work in international and multidisciplinary teams
Open-minded personality and "can-do" attitude
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
Excellent knowledge of German, an increased knowledge of English is an advantage
Why consider Novartis?769 million lives will be touched by Novartis medicines in 2020 and while we are proud of this, we know there is much more we could do to help improve and extend people's lives.We believe that new insights, perspectives, and revolutionary solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.We believe that our potential can thrive and grow in an uncontrolled culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity, and flexibility. And we can reinvent what is possible when we boldly collaborate to tackle the world’s tough ambitiously, the world's toughest medical challenges. Because the biggest risk in life is the risk of never trying!Imagine what you could do here at Novartis!Skills Desired Assembly Language, Change Control, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Continual Improvement Process, Efficiency, General Hse Knowledge , Good Documentation Practice, Knowledge Of Capa, Knowledge Of Gmp, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing Production, Process Control, Productivity, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Scheduler, Six Sigma, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure), Team Work, Technology Transfer, Web Methods Flow
