QC Specialist II

C049 (FCRS = CH049) Novartis Pharma Schweizerhalle AG; Muttenz; On-site; CHF 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Parental leave

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Job summary

Novartis Pharma Schweizerhalle AG in Schweizerhalle, Switzerland, is seeking a motivated professional to strengthen the Laboratory Equipment Qualification team. This 2-year temporary role will support automation, AI, and qualification activities to ensure equipment and systems perform as intended and comply with GMP standards.

You will coordinate qualification activities with lab teams and stakeholders, author and review GMP-compliant documentation, and contribute to improvements in automation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, life sciences, or a related discipline with a strong technological focus.
• Good understanding of chemical laboratory operations and workflows.
• Independent, structured working style with proactive, solution-oriented thinking.
• Experience in programming, automation, or the implementation of digital solutions.
• Fluent in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the execution of change requests.
• Author and review qualification documentation in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Support improvements to laboratory automation systems and contribute to AI-related initiatives.
• Coordinate qualification activities with laboratory teams and relevant stakeholders.

Skills

English fluency

German fluency

Programming

Automation experience

Digital solutions

Lab operations

Education

Master’s degree in CS/Engineering/Life sciences

PhD degree

Job description

Salary Range: CHF72,100.00 - CHF133,900.00 Job Description Summary #LiHybrid Location: Schweizerhalle, Switzerland. Novartis does not offer relocation support for this position: please apply only if this position is accessible to you. At the Novartis manufacturing site in Schweizerhalle, which specializes in the production of oligonucleotide-based medicines, we are seeking a motivated professional to strengthen our Laboratory Equipment Qualification team. In this temporary role, you will support automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and laboratory equipment qualification activities, helping to ensure that equipment, systems, and tools perform as intended and comply with established standards and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. If you are a hands-on problem solver with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution from day one. We value curious, ambitious, and collaborative individuals. In an inspiring environment, you will help shape the future of Quality Control (QC) in Schweizerhalle by contributing to innovative solutions and well-informed, forward-looking decisions.

Job Description Major Accountabilities

• Coordinate and oversee the execution of change requests.
• Author and review qualification documentation in accordance with established GMP procedures.
• Support improvements to laboratory automation systems and contribute to AI-related initiatives.
• Coordinate qualification activities with laboratory teams and relevant stakeholders.

Essential requirements

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, life sciences, or a related discipline with a strong technological focus.
• Good understanding of chemical laboratory operations and workflows.
• Independent, structured working style combined with proactive and solution-oriented thinking.
• Experience in programming, automation, or the implementation of digital solutions.
• Fluent in English and German.

Desirable requirements

• Previous experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
• PhD Degree.

We offer a 2-year temporary contract for this role.

Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and a minimum of 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: CHF 72.100 - 133.900 The salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Accessibility and accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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.

Skills Desired

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Data Integrity
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Internal Quality Auditing
• Managing Ambiguity
• Operational Excellence
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Compliance
• Quality Control (QC)
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Regulatory Compliance
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

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