Senior Scientist, Physico-Chemical Analytics (PCA)

Novartis AG; Schweiz; Hybrid; CHF 25,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis AG in Slovenia is seeking a Senior Scientist in Physico-chemical analytics (PCA) to join our R&D unit in Mengeš. You will apply analytical expertise to evaluate developability of biologics, from antibodies to advanced formats, and support preformulation, formulation studies, and processing steps.

The role requires strong experience in PCA, project management, and collaboration across laboratories. We offer a dynamic environment, growth opportunities, and a clear impact on medicine.

Qualifications

• MSc with at least 3 years relevant industry experience or BSc with at least 6 years.
• Expertise in physical-chemical or biophysical analysis (spectroscopy, calorimetry, viscometry, light scattering).
• Fluency in English (oral/written).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and characterize biological candidates by spectroscopy, calorimetry, light scattering, mass spectrometry and viscometry; include sample prep, analysis, evaluation and reporting.
• Prepare and communicate analytical results at internal and external meetings.
• Set up preformulation assessments including forced degradation and early stability studies.
• Author lab procedures and technology evaluations.
• Process samples accurately and timely; contribute to result interpretation and document data in ELN and databases.
• Maintain equipment and implement new equipment in the lab.

Skills

Spectroscopy

Calorimetry

Viscometry

Light scattering

Mass spectrometry

Biophysical analysis

English fluency

Education

MSc in biochemistry/biotechnology/chemistry

BSc in biochemistry/biotechnology/chemistry

Job description

Novartis AG in Slovenia is seeking a Senior Scientist in Physico-chemical analytics (PCA) to join our R&D unit in Mengeš. You will apply analytical expertise to evaluate developability of biologics, from antibodies to advanced formats, and support preformulation, formulation studies, and processing steps.

The role requires strong experience in PCA, project management, and collaboration across laboratories. We offer a dynamic environment, growth opportunities, and a clear impact on medicine.