Associate Expert Science & Technology –Razvoj procesov izolacije in čiščenja bioloških učinkovin Downstream Process Development/

Salary Range:

€20,300.00 - €37,700.00

Job Description Summary

Location: Menges, Slovenia #onsite

• Role Purpose:
• As an Associate Expert in our Downstream Process Development team in Mengeš, you will plan, prepare and execute purification experiments at laboratory and pilot scale, run pilot batches, and monitor and operate processes. Working closely with scientists, chemical engineers, the team and other departments, you will provide technical support, help analyze and interpret data and trends, propose improvements to process efficiency and robustness, and contribute to continuous improvement, compliance and operational excellence in DSP.

V Novartisu na novo osmišljamo medicino s preoblikovanjem vrhunske znanosti v terapije, ki spreminjajo življenja bolnikov po vsem svetu. Smo ekipa za razvoj procesov izolacije in čiščenja, osredotočena na zgodnje faze razvoja bioloških učinkovin. Z uporabo naprednih tehnologij, znanstveno utemeljenih pristopov in digitalnih rešitev načrtujemo ter optimiziramo procese za proizvodno merilo in tako prispevamo k zagotavljanju visokokakovostnih, varnih in učinkovitih zdravil.

Job Description

In this role, you will:

• •Plan, prepare and execute downstream processing experiments at laboratory and pilot scale, with guidance from senior team members.
• •Execute pilot batches, and run, monitor and control DSP processes and equipment.
• •Complete process documentation accurately and on time after process execution, in line with good documentation practices and internal procedures.
• •Collaborate closely with scientists, chemical engineers and the DSP team, providing hands-on technical support for development and pilot activities.
• •Support the analysis and interpretation of experimental and process data, including the monitoring of process trends.
• •Propose improvements to increase process efficiency and robustness.
• •Work with different departments and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of project activities.
• •Contribute to continuous process improvement, compliance and operational excellence in DSP, and ensure adherence to applicable quality, ethics, health, safety and environmental requirements.

Education & Technical expertise

• •MSc in Biotechnology, Biochemical or Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Technology or a related scientific or engineering discipline; alternatively, BSc with relevant experience in pharmaceutical development and/or manufacturing.
• •Basic knowledge in biotechnology or bioprocessing; basic knowledge of downstream processing unit operations (e.g., chromatography, filtration, UF/DF) and process parameters.
• •Ability to prepare and execute laboratory experiments and pilot-scale processes according to plans and procedures, and to document results accurately in line with good documentation practices.
• •Basic data analysis skills, with the ability to recognize process trends and deviations and to contribute to troubleshooting and process improvements.
• •Ability to organize own work, follow agreed priorities and deliver reliable results on time, working effectively within the team and with other departments.
• •Interest in digital tools, automation and data-driven approaches in process development; previous experience is an advantage.
• •Good written and spoken English and good communication skills, combined with a responsible, accurate and collaborative approach.

With the selected candidate, we offer permanent employement with 6 months of probation period. Submit your application with your CV in both Slovenian and English.

Depending on the selected candidate’s knowledge, experience, competencies, and seniority, the company reserves the right to appoint the candidate to a position at a lower level than the one specified in the job posting.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €20,300.00 - €37,700.00 EUR Annual

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

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

• Namen delovnega mesta:
• Kot Associate Expert v ekipi za razvoj procesov izolacije in čiščenja bioloških učinkovin v Mengšu boste načrtovali, pripravljali in izvajali eksperimente čiščenja v laboratorijskem in pilotnem merilu, izvajali pilotne serije ter spremljali in vodili procese. V tesnem sodelovanju z znanstveniki, kemijskimi inženirji, ekipo in drugimi oddelki boste zagotavljali strokovno podporo, pomagali pri analizi in interpretaciji podatkov ter trendov, predlagali izboljšave za večjo učinkovitost in robustnost procesov ter prispevali k nenehnim izboljšavam, skladnosti in operativni odličnosti na področju DSP.

Opis delovnega mesta

V tej vlogi boste:

• •Načrtovali, pripravljali in izvajali eksperimente izolacije in čiščenja v laboratorijskem in pilotnem merilu ob usmerjanju izkušenejših članov ekipe.
• •Izvajali pilotne serije ter vodili, spremljali in nadzorovali procese in opremo.
• •Po izvedenih procesih natančno in pravočasno izpolnjevali procesno dokumentacijo v skladu z dobro dokumentacijsko prakso in internimi postopki.
• •Tesno sodelovali z znanstveniki, kemijskimi inženirji in ekipo ter zagotavljali praktično strokovno podporo pri razvojnih in pilotnih aktivnostih.
• •Pomagali pri analizi in interpretaciji eksperimentalnih in procesnih podatkov, vključno s spremljanjem procesnih trendov.
• •Predlagali izboljšave za povečanje učinkovitosti in robustnosti procesov.
• •Sodelovali z različnimi oddelki in medfunkcijskimi ekipami za nemoteno izvedbo projektnih aktivnosti.
• •Prispevali k nenehnim izboljšavam procesov, skladnosti in operativni odličnosti na področju DSP ter zagotavljali skladnost z veljavnimi zahtevami kakovosti, etike, zdravja, varnosti, okolja in informacijske varnosti.

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