Authentifield Validation scientist

WillHire; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 100’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global pharmaceuticals company in Switzerland is seeking a Validation Scientist for a 2-year contract role. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry and strong analytical skills, as well as proficiency in Python and experience with Jupyter Notebook. This is a full-time onsite role requiring meticulous attention to detail and the ability to communicate findings effectively. The position involves validating chemometric models and supporting laboratory experiments.

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in English.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Experience with system integration and project management.

Aufgaben

• Conduct thorough validation tests on chemometric models.
• Analyze field test results and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with laboratory teams for experiments.
• Develop and use Jupyter Notebook for data analysis.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Python

Experience with Jupyter Notebook

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis

Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!

Novartis partners with external managed service provider Magnit Global to offer engaging temporary contractor opportunities like this, to those who are looking for flexibility in their career while looking to gain new skills and experiences providing services to an inclusive global medicines company. Click here to learn more about Magnit.

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Job Purpose

The global pharmaceutical intelligence & Forensics strategy is fully embedded in our Anti-falsified medicine program, which is destined to combat pharmaceutical crime and create the conditions to bring counterfeiters and illegal traders to justice, recover losses through legal action, improve patient safety, preserve the client’s reputation, and create a tangible return on investment for the business.

The Authentifield Validation scientist is a highly specialized and technical role, reporting functionally and operationally to the Anti-Falsified Medicines, Director PharmINT & Forensics in Anti-Falsified Medicines CoE in Global Security.

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our chemometric models, reviewing field test results, supporting laboratory experiments, and conducting comprehensive data analysis using Jupyter Notebook. The Validation scientist will collaborate closely with PharmINT associates and other stakeholders to develop, build, or continuously review the requirements for both Authentifield and PharmINT. All duties must be performed in strict adherence to our high standards for technical excellence, environmental compliance, and health and safety regulations.

Major Activities & Accountabilities

• Validation of Chemometric Models: Conduct thorough validation tests on chemometric models to ensure their accuracy and reliability. Design validation protocols, execute tests, analyze results, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Review of Field Test Results: Analyze field test results from Authentifield sensors, collaborate with field teams to address discrepancies, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Support of Laboratory Experiments: Collaborate with laboratory teams to set up experiments, conduct tests, analyze data, and provide technical support.
• Data Analysis: Develop and use Jupyter Notebook for data analysis, write Python scripts, visualize trends, and generate insights.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management.

Ideal Background

Education (minimum/desirable): Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Data Science, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.

Languages: Fluent in English.

Experience / Professional Requirement

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in chemometric model validation and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with Jupyter Notebook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Experience with system integration and project management.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to pharmaceutical supply chains is a plus.
• Familiarity with falsified medicines detection technologies and methodologies.
• Understanding of data privacy and security standards.
• Strong documentation skills, including creating detailed business requirement documents (BRDs) and functional specifications.

Workload & Role Type

Workload: 100% (40 hours per week)

Role type: Onsite

Required start date: January 2026

Contract: 2 years

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?

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accommodation

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at [e-mail].