Senior Quality Control Specialist (m/f/d)

C049 (FCRS = CH049) Novartis Pharma Schweizerhalle AG; Basel-Landschaft; Hybrid; CHF 85.000 - 159.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible/hybrid working options

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Zusammenfassung

Novartis Pharma Schweizerhalle AG is seeking an analytical science professional based in Schweizerhalle, Switzerland. You will shape and drive analytical control strategies for new chemical entities and emerging modalities to support late-phase development and lifecycle management.

Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement with digitalization and AI-enabled methods, and mentoring colleagues to strengthen capability across functions.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry or API manufacturing.
• Experience in analytical laboratories within a GMP environment.

Aufgaben

• Serve as the analytical project lead for launch and lifecycle management projects.
• Manage analytical control strategies and product specifications across activities.

Kenntnisse

Collaboration

Communication

Data Integrity

Decision Making

GMP

Laboratory Testing

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Organizational Savvy

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Quality Management Systems

Regulatory Compliance

Statistical Process Control

Ausbildung

University degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Salary Range

CHF85,400.00 - CHF158,600.00

Job Description Summary

Location: Schweizerhalle, Switzerland (#LI-Hybrid). This role is based in Schweizerhalle, Switzerland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Are you scientifically curious, energized by challenging problems, and motivated to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives? We are looking for an analytical science professional who combines technical excellence with a passion for innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will help shape and drive current and future analytical control strategies for new chemical entities / emerging modalities, supporting successful late-phase development, launch, and lifecycle management. Beyond expertise, we value individuals who bring enthusiasm, initiative, and a positive mindset. We welcome candidates who challenge conventional thinking constructively, embrace new technologies, influence others through leadership and collaboration, and help create an engaging, high-performing team culture.

Job Description Deadline for Applications

18th of September 2026.

Major Accountabilities

Serve as the analytical project lead for launch and lifecycle management projects, collaborating with multiple cross-functional partners. Manage analytical control strategies and product specifications, including the design, development, validation, transfer, implementation, and performance monitoring of analytical procedures and technologies. Inspire scientific excellence and innovation by identifying and implementing improved analytical, regulatory, and quality approaches. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and champion innovative solutions, including digitalization, automation, and AI-enabled ways of working. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and continuous improvement across project teams. Maintain effective planning, prioritization, and collaboration with laboratory analysts, manufacturing science and technology, production specialists, quality assurance, regulatory CMC, project leaders, and other stakeholders. Design and plan analytical studies, interpret complex data, and communicate conclusions to enable informed decision-making and timely delivery of project milestones. Support change control activities, regulatory submissions, health authority inspections, and audit readiness. Lead or support root cause investigations and implementation of sustainable corrective and preventive actions. Provide technical coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to develop colleagues and strengthen organizational capability. Influence stakeholders across functions to align on priorities, overcome challenges, and deliver project objectives. Act as a role model for a positive, solution-oriented, and patient-focused mindset.

Obligatory Requirements

• University degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry or API manufacturing.
• Experience working in analytical laboratories within a GMP environment, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries.
• Broad functional exposure across relevant departments or business areas.
• Strong communication skills across and within departments.
• Good English and German language skills, both spoken and written.

Benefits & Rewards

• Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: CHF85,400.00 - CHF158,600.00
• 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.
• 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.
• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package.
• Further details will be provided during the application process.
• 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

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

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.

Skills Desired

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Data Integrity
• Decision Making
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Laboratory Testing
• Leadership
• Operational Excellence
• Organizational Savvy
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Quality Compliance
• Quality Control (QC)
• Quality Inspections
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Regulatory Compliance
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)