Expert Science and Technology - Gene Therapy Analytical Development - Chemistry

Novartis Group Companies; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Group of Companies in East Hanover, NJ seeks a senior analyst to design, execute, and report analytical studies for gene therapy programs. You will develop methods for characterization and stability, troubleshoot data, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams, ensuring GMP data integrity.

The role requires PhD with 3+ years or MS with 4+ years or BS with 5+ years in analytical sciences, with hands-on platforms like HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, icIEF, and MS.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field with 3+ years in industry; or MS with 4+ years; or BS with 5+ years.
• Strong foundation in analytical chemistry, protein chemistry, or nucleic acid chemistry.
• Experience with biologics, viral vectors, or gene therapy products.
• Hands-on with analytical platforms like HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, icIEF, SEC-MALS, AUC, MS.
• Ability to design studies, analyze data, and solve technical challenges.
• Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with analytical method qualification, transfer, validation, and GMP docs.
• Experience supporting AAV or lentiviral vector programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, execute, analyze, and report analytical studies.
• Develop, qualify, and transfer analytical methods for product characterization.
• Troubleshoot analytical challenges and provide data-driven solutions.
• Perform characterization using LC/CE and biophysical methods.
• Contribute to cross-functional teams and communicate findings.
• Author and review technical reports and regulatory docs.
• Evaluate new technologies and improve analytical capabilities.
• Mentor junior scientists and uphold GMP data integrity.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Protein chemistry

Nucleic acid chemistry

Analytical platforms

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

GMP documentation

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

MS with 4+ years

BS with 5+ years

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

CE-SDS

icIEF

SEC-MALS

AUC

Mass spectrometry

Particle characterization

Job description

Job Description Summary

Location: East Hanover, US #onsite
Relocation Support: This role is based in East Hanover, NJ, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Job Description

What You Will Be Doing

• Independently design, execute, analyze, and report analytical studies supporting gene therapy development programs.

• Develop, optimize, qualify, and transfer analytical methods for product characterization, process development, and stability assessment.

• Apply scientific expertise to troubleshoot analytical challenges and provide data-driven solutions.

• Perform characterization studies using chromatography(LC), capillary electrophoresis(CE), and biophysical analytical techniques.

• Contribute analytical expertise to cross-functional project teams and effectively communicate scientific findings and recommendations.

• Author and review technical reports, qualification documents, SOPs, and regulatory-supporting documentation.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement of analytical capabilities.

• Mentor junior scientists and foster a collaborative, innovative, and quality-focused work environment.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity requirements, and Novartis quality standards.

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline with 3+ years of relevant industry experience; OR MS with 4+ years; OR BS with 5+ years.

• Strong scientific foundation in analytical chemistry, protein chemistry, nucleic acid chemistry, or related disciplines.

• Experience with analytical characterization of biologics, viral vectors, or gene therapy products.

• Hands-on experience with one or more analytical platforms such as HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, icIEF, SEC-MALS, AUC, mass spectrometry, or particle characterization techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to independently design studies, analyze complex datasets, and solve technical challenges.

• Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.

• Experience with analytical method qualification, transfer, validation, and GMP documentation is preferred.

• Experience supporting AAV and/or lentiviral vector development programs is preferred.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $103,600 and $192,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Salary Range

$103,600.00 - $192,400.00

Skills Desired