Senior Process Expert (m/f/d)

Novartis Holding GmbH

Summary

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Location: Kundl, Austria.

This role is based in Kundl, Austria. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing? As Senior Process Expert within the RPP5 project, you will play a key role in the design and realization of a next-generation biologics manufacturing facility. Working at the intersection of Operations, Engineering and Technology, you will ensure that future manufacturing requirements are translated into robust, scalable and GMP-compliant process solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the design of a new production platform from its earliest stages through start-up and operational readiness, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and industry-leading experts to create a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

About the Role

Major accountabilities

  • Act as the Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert (SME) for process equipment, manufacturing processes and operational requirements throughout all project phases.
  • Shape and influence the design of a new manufacturing facility by ensuring that operational, GMP and business requirements are embedded into facility and equipment concepts from the start.
  • Drive manufacturing readiness by supporting commissioning, qualification, process validation and start-up activities.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, MS&T, Quality, Automation and external partners to develop innovative and efficient manufacturing solutions.
  • Identify process risks, develop mitigation strategies and ensure safe, compliant and reliable manufacturing operations.
  • Support technology transfer activities and contribute to the successful implementation of future manufacturing processes.
  • Coach and support future operations teams by sharing process knowledge and technical expertise.
  • Contribute to project governance, decision-making and stakeholder alignment as trusted deputy to the Project Director.

Essential Requirements

  • University degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
  • Several years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering, MS&T or technical operations.
  • Experience in recombinant protein manufacturing, microbial fermentation and/or downstream processing.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a hands-on and proactive mindset with the ability to translate complex operational requirements into practical and scalable technical solutions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels.
  • Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience in large capital investment projects and/or large-scale greenfield or brownfield pharmaceutical projects.
  • Experience in facility design, commissioning, qualification or start-up of pharmaceutical production facilities.
  • Knowledge of process risk management, operational excellence and manufacturing readiness methodologies.

For this position, we offer a 2-year temporary contract.

Rewards

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group.

In accordance with Austrian law, Novartis discloses the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. The primary location salary range is €66,918.00 - €112,600.00 per year on a full time basis, with potential market oriented excess payment in line with experience and qualifications.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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Senior Process Expert (m/f/d)

Novartis Holding GmbH

Summary

#LiHybrid

Location: Kundl, Austria.

This role is based in Kundl, Austria. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing? As Senior Process Expert within the RPP5 project, you will play a key role in the design and realization of a next-generation biologics manufacturing facility. Working at the intersection of Operations, Engineering and Technology, you will ensure that future manufacturing requirements are translated into robust, scalable and GMP-compliant process solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the design of a new production platform from its earliest stages through start-up and operational readiness, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and industry-leading experts to create a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

About the Role

Major accountabilities

  • Act as the Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert (SME) for process equipment, manufacturing processes and operational requirements throughout all project phases.
  • Shape and influence the design of a new manufacturing facility by ensuring that operational, GMP and business requirements are embedded into facility and equipment concepts from the start.
  • Drive manufacturing readiness by supporting commissioning, qualification, process validation and start-up activities.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, MS&T, Quality, Automation and external partners to develop innovative and efficient manufacturing solutions.
  • Identify process risks, develop mitigation strategies and ensure safe, compliant and reliable manufacturing operations.
  • Support technology transfer activities and contribute to the successful implementation of future manufacturing processes.
  • Coach and support future operations teams by sharing process knowledge and technical expertise.
  • Contribute to project governance, decision-making and stakeholder alignment as trusted deputy to the Project Director.

Essential Requirements

  • University degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
  • Several years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering, MS&T or technical operations.
  • Experience in recombinant protein manufacturing, microbial fermentation and/or downstream processing.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a hands-on and proactive mindset with the ability to translate complex operational requirements into practical and scalable technical solutions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels.
  • Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience in large capital investment projects and/or large-scale greenfield or brownfield pharmaceutical projects.
  • Experience in facility design, commissioning, qualification or start-up of pharmaceutical production facilities.
  • Knowledge of process risk management, operational excellence and manufacturing readiness methodologies.

For this position, we offer a 2-year temporary contract.

Rewards

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension scheme, childcare facilities, learning and development opportunities as well as worldwide career possibilities within the Novartis group.

In accordance with Austrian law, Novartis discloses the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. The primary location salary range is €66,918.00 - €112,600.00 per year on a full time basis, with potential market oriented excess payment in line with experience and qualifications.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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