Quality Control Specialist l

Novartis; Stein; On-site; CHF 54,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options where/when/if

Job summary

Novartis in Stein, Switzerland is seeking a part-time Quality Control Specialist I to support analytical laboratories. You will lead equipment maintenance and qualification activities, ensuring readiness for use and compliance in a GMP-regulated environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams, plus participation in investigations and continuous improvement while maintaining safety and quality practices.

Qualifications

• Education in Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy or related field
• First experience in a laboratory environment, preferably regulated industry
• Basic understanding of GMP/GxP practices or willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Perform lab equipment maintenance and qualification activities
• Review and document maintenance and qualification activities
• Coordinate with external service technicians for on-time execution with required quality
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure readiness for use
• Participate in investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to KPI tracking and quality documentation
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence
• Follow HSE and quality requirements to maintain a safe and compliant environment

Skills

German (Fluent)

English (Basic)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

GxP/GMP awareness

Education

Chemistry/Biology/Pharmacy or related field education

Job description

Job Description Summary

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This position is part-time

Internal Job Title: Quality Control Specialist I

Location: Stein, Switzerland

This role is based in Stein, Switzerland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Join our Quality Control team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of medicines that help improve and extend people's lives. In this role, you will provide services to analytical laboratories. You will lead equipment maintenance and qualification activities while providing scientific expertise and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a GMP-regulated environment. This is an exciting opportunity for laboratory professionals who enjoy combining technical excellence, problem solving, and continuous improvement while making a meaningful impact on patients worldwide.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform lab equipment maintenance and qualification activities
• Review and documentation of maintenance and qualification activities.
• Responsible for external service technician regarding on-time execution with required quality
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure its readiness for use.
• Participate in investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to KPI tracking and quality-related documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Follow HSE and quality requirements to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.

Essential Requirements

• Education as Analyst, degree or vocational training in Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or a related scientific field.
• First experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within a regulated industry.
• Basic understanding of GMP/GxP practices or willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluent German and basic English skills.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in Quality Control or analytical testing.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we're committed to reimagining medicine together – and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 53,550.00 - 76,500.00 - 99,450.00 CHF Annual

The base 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.

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 minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation

This is applicable for Austria, China, Czech Republic, India, Japan, Mexico, Slovenia, Switzerland, Türkiye and USA.

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Skills Desired

• Chemistry Laboratories
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Data Integrity
• Deadline Management
• Decision Making
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Compliance
• Quality Control (QC)
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)