Scientist, Analytical 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 is seeking a scientist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of organic, inorganic compounds, or biologics to verify identity, purity, and homogeneity during chemical syntheses, fermentation or drug product development. The role requires designing and executing experiments, interpreting data, and presenting findings to project teams.

This onsite position includes a comprehensive benefits package and eligibility for annual incentive

Responsibilities

• Effectively runs complex experiments and/or incorporates new techniques in lab.
• Manages time effectively, prioritizes experiments, and designs execution plans.
• Analyzes and communicates results to department/project meetings.
• Broadens technical knowledge through literature and hands-on work.
• Identifies problems in drug discovery/ development pipelines and proposes solutions.
• Works as a key member of project teams with accountability for own area of expertise.
• Designs and executes experiments, determines next steps from data.
• Modifies existing lab techniques and adopts new methods.
• Communicates results and conclusions to project meetings.
• Contributes input to internal/external publications as relevant.

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.

Role Purpose: Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of organic, inorganic compounds, or biologics to determine chemical and physical properties during chemical syntheses, fermentation or drug product development process by verifying their identity, purity, and homogeneity. Ascertains relationships between molecular structure and physical or biological properties to aid in analysis of compounds and molecules.

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

• Effectively runs complex experiments and /or takes opportunity to bring new techniques into lab.
• Practices efficient time management, focuses on deliverables, and is able to effectively prioritize when designing /undertaking experimental plan.
• Analyzes and communicates own results to department /project meetings.
• Broadens technical knowledge via departmental activities, literature reading and experiential learning.
• Utilizes growing awareness of the drug discovery and /or early development pipeline to identify complex problems, present innovative solutions and drive their implementation.
• Key member of drug discovery/technology /development project teams with regular accountability within the project for own area of expertise.
• Designs /executes experiments and identifies next steps based on analysis of own data and data from other lab contributors.
• Independently modifies existing lab techniques and implements techniques new to the lab.
• Communicates results and conclusions to project meetings.
• May provide input to internal / external publications including writing relevant sections.

Key performance indicators:

• Discoveries -Developments
• Experiments methods
• Adherence to Novartis policy and guidelines
• Project & stakeholder feedback
• Successful execution of assigned tasks and work packages
• Successful interactions in project teams

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.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$103,600.00 - $192,400.00