Data Science & AI Fellow / Data Science & AI Fellowess

Job ID

REQ-10067811

Date: December 1, 2025

Location: Switzerland

Summary

Are you a recent Master's graduate in data science, engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, biologics, or computer science with a passion for leveraging data and digital technologies to drive innovation in synthetic molecules, biologics, and medical device & packaging development?

Join our 2-year rotational program! Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge digital tools and platforms (AI platform, simulation software) and broaden your expertise through three dynamic focus areas:

• Data Modeling
• Process Modeling & Simulation
• Process Digitalization

You will rotate across key functions within Technical Research & Development (TRD), including New Chemical Entities (NCE), Biologics (Bx), and Global Device & Packaging Development (GDPD), and participate in strategic digitalization initiatives and innovation projects.

About the Role

Location: Basel, Switzerland OR Schaftenau, Austria; #LI-OnSite

This Postgraduate program is limited to 2 years, with a start date in March 2026.

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in Switzerland, have completed their studies at a Swiss University, or be eligible to work in Austria or be citizens of the European Union.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain data models for synthetic molecules, biologics, and packaging/medical devices.
• Integrate diverse data sources (experimental, operational, regulatory) to enable advanced analytics and reporting.
• Collaborate with data scientists and IT teams to ensure data integrity, traceability, and GxP compliance.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries, ontologies, and metadata standards for TRD projects.
• Map and analyze end-to-end business and technical processes across molecule, biologics, and device workflows.
• Build and apply process models using digital tools, including simulation software and workflow engines.
• Conduct scenario analyses to optimize efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance, and present results to cross-functional teams.
• Drive digital transformation by implementing solutions (e.g., workflow automation, digital twins), supporting pilots, and leading change management for global adoption.

Essential Requirements

• Master’s in Data Science, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biologics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Programming skills in JavaScript, XML, HTML, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Experience with machine learning and AI applications.
• Knowledge of data structures and databases (e.g., SQL) as well as process automation tools (like Power Apps or Power Automate).
• Strong analytical skills with excellent communication and collaboration abilities in global teams.
• Fluent in English.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with data modeling and simulation tools.
• Familiarity with synthetic molecule/biologics development, packaging, or device development processes is a plus.
• Fluent in German and/or French is an advantage.

Benefits and 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 €47,532.24 per year (based on a full-time basis). Actual salary will be higher, taking into account previous experience, qualifications, and individual competencies.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job, regardless of gender, religion, age, color, race, sexual orientation, nationality, or disability.

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Why Novartis

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Division

Development

Business Unit

Development

Location

Switzerland

Site

Basel (City)

Company / Legal Entity

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG

Alternative Location

Schaftenau, Austria

Functional Area

Others

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Early Career (Fixed Term)

Shift Work

No