Drug Product Formulation Scientist RLT & xRNA Therapeutics - Expert

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, perform, interpret, and report results of scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of drug product formulation and manufacturing process
• Lead and manage all project/local network activities, support team members, participate in project teams, and contribute to overall TRD strategies and goals
• Conduct experiments related to formulation and process development of oligonucleotides or RLT
• Communicate and address problems, perform literature searches under moderate guidance
• Contribute to the maintenance of lab instruments
• Contribute to transfer of processes to non-GMP and GMP manufacturing facilities
• Review and approve batch documentation, support deviations.
• Ensure adherence to HSE rules and guidelines.

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry working on parenteral product development.

Skills:

• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in parenteral drug product formulation and process development. Familiarity with oligonucleotide and peptide therapeutics, as well as radioligand therapies.
  Experience with lab techniques and tools like lyophilization, spray drying, analytical equipment, and autoclaves.
• Scientific and Analytical Skills: Ability to design, plan, perform, and document scientific experiments for drug formulation and process development. Troubleshooting and interpreting experimental outcomes, with the ability to conduct literature searches.
• Process Development: Knowledge of transferring processes to GMP and non-GMP manufacturing facilities. Experience reviewing and approving batch documentation, supporting deviations, and ensuring compliance.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Comfortable working in multifunctional project teams and contributing to overall development strategies.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas clearly and write scientific/technical documents.
• Computing Skills: Familiarity with software tools and computer systems relevant to laboratory work.
• Attention to Compliance: Adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) guidelines and rules to maintain a safe and effective workspace.

Languages :

• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required.

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.

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