Radiopharmaceutical Process Specialist – Shift Lead

Novartis; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 46,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Hybrid/ flexible working

Job summary

Novartis Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands, is seeking a Process Specialist to contribute to the manufacturing of radiopharmaceutical products, following SOPs, work instructions and batch records to uphold quality and regulatory standards.

You will operate production equipment, support chromatographic processes, maintain batch documentation, handle radioactive materials safely, participate in process improvement, and may act as Deputy Shift Supervisor as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in engineering, biology, chemistry, medical lab sciences or related field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or controlled production environment.
• Cleanroom/ GMP awareness beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing activities for radiopharmaceutical products following approved procedures and production documentation.
• Operate production equipment and perform chemical processes including chromatography.
• Prepare chromatography columns and support target ampoule preparation for production activities.
• Perform production line clearance, cleaning, and equipment preparation activities.
• Identify production deviations and resolve first-line equipment or process failures.
• Maintain accurate batch documentation and ensure GMP compliance.
• Handle radioactive materials safely and verify products are free from contamination.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support production optimization projects.
• Train and support colleagues when qualified; act as Deputy Shift Supervisor when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

English communication

Shift-based work

Problem solving

Education

Engineering/Biology/Chemistry or related field

Job description

Novartis Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands, is seeking a Process Specialist to contribute to the manufacturing of radiopharmaceutical products, following SOPs, work instructions and batch records to uphold quality and regulatory standards.

You will operate production equipment, support chromatographic processes, maintain batch documentation, handle radioactive materials safely, participate in process improvement, and may act as Deputy Shift Supervisor as needed.