Analytical Scientist

pThis is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis /p pNovartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life! /p pThis role is offered through Magnit Global, who, if selected, will be your employer. If your services are retained, you will be assigned to provide services to Novartis as the end client. This is not an offer of employment with Novartis. If you are selected for this Temporary/External opportunity, you will not be an employee of Novartis and will not be eligible for any Novartis employee benefits or incentives. /p pReady to work with/through Magnit at Novartis? Please read on… /p h3Job Purpose: /h3 pWe are looking for a motivated Analytical Scientist to join Analytical Research Development (ARD). ARD sits within the Technical RD Department of Development and plays an essential role in the characterization and analysis of Drug Substances and Drug Products from the time they leave the discovery lab until they are transferred to commercial production. /p pThe role responsibilities include performing and documenting scientific experiments for drug substances (DS) and drug products (DP), RLT portfolio, in collaboration with multifunctional project teams and using state-of-the-art techniques. Radio Ligand Therapy (RLT) plays an increasing role in the Novartis project pipeline. Advanced analytical characterization of RLT drug substances is essential for the successful development and manufacture of these innovative medicines. /p h3Major accountabilities: /h3 ul liDevelop and implement analytical methods for the characterization and quantification of RLT drug substances and drug products. /li liPlan, execute, document, interpret and report scientific experiments (e.g., analytical method development and testing) according to the agreed timelines and appropriate quality standards. /li liContribute to the development of an RLT analytical toolbox based on state-of-the-art techniques, e.g. Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), to support the analytical development of peptides and radiolabelled compounds. /li liParticipate in scientific exchange groups within Novartis and present scientific findings. /li liTroubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation issues, providing scientific rationale and solutions. /li liImplement and maintain lean, efficient and environmentally sustainable practices in the laboratory. Contribute to maintenance of lab instruments / day-to-day operations. /li liMeet appropriate quality standards and agreed timelines in all assigned projects. /li liResponsible for good documentation and laboratory practices during execution of laboratory activities. /li /ul h3Requirements: /h3 ul liBachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree in Life Sciences (e.g., analytical / organic chemistry / pharmaceutical sciences) or equivalent. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. /li liExperience with analytical methods and separation techniques, e.g. UHPLC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, as well as the evaluation of new analytical technologies. /li liStrong analytical and chemical knowledge of peptides is required. /li liInnovative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to develop novel approaches to complex scientific challenges and drive the implementation of new analytical technologies and methodologies. /li liGood knowledge of relevant analytical software (e.g. chromatography software) is required. /li liUnderstanding of ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements for analytical testing. /li liAbility to work effectively in international and multidisciplinary teams, both independently and collaboratively. /li liStrong interpersonal and communication skills. /li liExcellent organizational and time management skills. /li liFluency in English. /li /ul h3Workload: /h3 p100% (40 hours per week) /p h3Role type: /h3 pOnsite /p h3Required start date: /h3 p12 January 2027 /p h3Contract: /h3 p2 years /p h3Why Novartis: /h3 pHelping 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? /p h3EEO Statement: /h3 pThe 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. /p h3Accommodation: /h3 pIf 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 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr