Job ID REQ-10072578
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Responsible for technology transfer activities at site level (within, inbound and outbound), including any scale-up or other process adaptations; Act as single point of contact (SPOC)
* Drives compounding and filling tech transfers as well as assembly and packaging transfers
* Leads technical transfer project team at site and liaises efficiently with involved functions (e.g. Technical Development, Supply Chain, LCM, Production Unit, Quality Unit, HSE, other sites - incl NOCCs.)
* Contributes to registration strategy and support registration activities
* Initiates Change Requests as needed for TT, drives process to create material numbers, introduction of new materials, etc
* Supports project planning as well as reporting in local boards / meetings
* Ensure timely availability of technical documentation according to Novartis guidelines. Write Manufacturing Process Transfer Documents (protocol, report).
* Establish local procedures & templates for technical transfers and contribute to process improvements and optimization for product transfers.



Essential Requirements:

* min 3 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, tech transfer management / manufacturing science and technology / technical development / quality
* University degree (MSc. or PhD) in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
* Solid understanding / insights into DP production and/or assembly & packaging activities
* Solid experience in Project Management, good organization and planning skills
* Understanding and oversight of relevant regulatory requirements, e.g. GMPs, ICH Q-guidelines.
* Problem-solving and idea generation skills to apply smart risk management and decision-making strategies
* Excellent relationship / external stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work in a matrix organization
* Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills
* Fluent in English, German desirable



Why Novartis?

 Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You'll receive:

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group.

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 € 65.605,54/year (on a full-time basis). The actual salary will be significantly higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competencies.

We are open for part-time and job-sharing models and support flexible and remote working where possible.



Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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

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 disabilities.austria@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. 

Apply:   https://www.novartis.com/careers/career-search/job/details/req-10072578-technical-transfer-lead-wmd