Summary
About the Role
Key Responsibilities:
• Independently design, plan, perform and document cellular characterization, multi-color flow cytometry and potency assays
• Identify opportunities for method improvement and evaluation of new GMP-compliant methodologies for Cell and Gene Therapy products
• Drive project timelines and deliverables while meeting internal quality and data integrity requirements
• Implement resolution to technical challenges, support manufacturing investigations, communicate effectively and present complex data at internal and cross-functional meetings
• Ensure maintenance of meticulous records for method execution and laboratory operations in compliance with Quality standards
• Author and/or review method related technical documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and clarity
• Work according to appropriate guiding SOPs, Novartis Guidelines and Code of Conduct
Essential Requirements:
• BA/BS or MS in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or other related discipline plus 5+ years (BA/BS), 2+ years (MS) or +1 years (PhD) of prior experience
• Experience in analytical method development, cell-based and multi-color flow cytometry assays
• Expertise with aseptic mammalian cell culture and cell banking
• Excellent communication, organization skills and cross-functional collaboration. Solid presentation and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented and multi-tasking with expertise in problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment and quickly acquire new technical skills and knowledge
Desirable Requirements:
• Experience writing laboratory SOPs and technical instructions
• Prior experience with tech transfer and/or validation of analytical methods, single-cell assays, and cell sorting
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? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $102,400-$153,600/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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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? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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