Job ID
REQ-10068389
Mar 04, 2026
Switzerland
Summary
Location: Basel, Switzerland | #onsite
Role Purpose: We are searching for an Analytical Project Leader to support Analytical Research & Development (ARD) in the area of Project Management. ARD sits within the Technical R&D department of Novartis Development, playing an essential role in the characterization and analysis of Drug Substances and Drug Products, from the moment compounds leave the discovery laboratories until their transition to Commercial Production. We seek a highly motivated and experienced Analytical Project Leader with expertise in Oligonucleotide analytics.
About the Role
Main Accountabilities:
- You will be a member of a global CMC subteam, responsible for leading the technical development of Drug Substance and Drug Products from early to late phase clinical development.
- You will manage analytical activities within a Technical CMC project team, including defining control and specification setting strategies for Drug substances and Drug products of small molecule new modalities (e.g., xRNAs).
- In your role, you will lead an analytical subteam, prepare analytical project plans, and be accountable for meeting quality, timelines, and budget for assigned projects.
- You will accurately forecast FTE and cost demand for your assigned projects.
- You will ensure the timely issuance of analytical source documents (e.g., Specifications, Validation reports, Stability reports, etc.).
- You will provide scientific inputs to analytical CMC documents and support regulatory submissions.
- You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in drug development and coach analytical experts.
- You will lead outsourced analytical activities at CROs/CDMOs and contribute to managing external partnerships.
Ideal Background:
- Desirable: PhD in analytical chemistry or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in analytical development as a project leader, preferably in development for sterile parenteral products. Experience in Oligonucleotide analytics is a plus.
- Proven knowledge in early or late phase parenteral development and filing.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in managing development projects, ideally in a global matrix environment.
- Excellent understanding and awareness of regulatory guidelines for analytical development.
- A strong intrinsic motivation to work with new development compounds, where going the extra mile is often necessary for success.
- Broad scientific knowledge in chemistry, pharmaceutical, or analytical sciences, with the ability to perform in a highly dynamic environment.
- Outstanding communication and role model skills.
- Good understanding of how to utilize novel digital tools to enhance productivity in a global project management setting.
- Fluency in English (oral and written); proficiency in German is a plus.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Novartis is committed to fostering an outstanding, inclusive work environment where diverse teams reflect the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and Accommodation
Novartis is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for all individuals. If you require assistance during the recruitment process due to a medical condition or disability, please reach out to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com and specify your request along with your contact information. Kindly include the job requisition number in your message.
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Job Details
- Division: Development
- Business Unit: Development
- Location: Switzerland
- Site: Basel (City)
- Company / Legal Entity: C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG
- Functional Area: Research & Development
- Job Type: Full time
- Employment Type: Regular
- Shift Work: No
Analytical Project Leader (m/f/d)
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