Senior Expert Science & Technology

Job ID: REQ-10062253
Datum: 24.09.2025
Standort: Schaftenau, Österreich (Site: Schaftenau)
Division: Development | Business Unit: Innovative Medicines | Functional Area: Research & Development
Anstellung: Full time, Regular

Summary

At Technical Research & Development - Biologics, we are dedicated to bringing innovative scientific solutions to our patients. We develop cutting-edge biologic drug products that enhance patients' quality of life. As a Senior Expert you will play a key role in the development of Biologics Drug Products and be part of an international, collaborative team, located in Schaftenau, Austria.

Responsibilities

As Functional Lead, lead, own and drive the scientific strategy and deliverables within complex Biologic Drug Product development projects; act as core member of the Drug Product sub-team.
Independently design, plan, perform or supervise technical and scientific activities for product and process development, aligned with project manager and lab scientists.
Deliver development work packages to meet objectives & timelines and ensure information exchange in the sub-team.
Interpret results, draw conclusions and present data to relevant teams.
Lead and execute technology transfers of drug product manufacturing processes to internal/external sites.
Write and review high-quality reports for submissions, review regulatory CMC documents and contribute to health authority interactions and audits as SME.
Drive/support Root Cause Investigations and troubleshooting incl. mitigation plans and risk reporting.
Work according to standards for quality, ethics, HSE and information security.
Lead/contribute to scientific initiatives and workstreams for short/long-term development strategies.
Present results internally/externally; ensure knowledge sharing and support junior team members.

Requirements

PhD or Master in pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, chemical engineering or similar.
2–5 years' experience in biotech/pharma focusing on formulation or process development, tech transfer, validation and submission for biological drug products.
Track record of resolving technical challenges in interdisciplinary teams.
Solid understanding of pharma quality standards/regulations; GMP experience is an advantage.
Proficient in development concepts and quality principles (e.g., Quality by Design); interest in innovative tools to accelerate development.
Team spirit, interdisciplinary thinking, cross-functional collaboration; strong organizational skills and on-time delivery.
Strong scientific/technical writing and presentation; stakeholder management.
Open, curious, problem-solving mindset; flexibility and continuous learning.
Knowledge in data science/statistics; background/interest in process modeling, simulation, automation and basic programming (e.g., Python) is an advantage.
Excellent English (oral & written).

What we offer

In addition to a market-aligned base salary, we offer an attractive bonus/incentive program, modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, 14 weeks fully paid parental leave, training & development programs and global career opportunities within Novartis. In accordance with Austrian law, the minimum annual salary for this position is €65,605.54 (full-time).

Hinweise & Inclusion

Novartis is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Support for applicants with disabilities is available; contact details are provided on the job page.

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Senior Expert Science & Technology

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Senior Expert Science & Technology

Senior Expert Science & Technology

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