Summary

Location: Schaftenau, Tyrol
We are currently seeking a highly skilled Process Expert (m/f/d) to join our team in Schaftenau, Tyrol. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient execution of processes and fostering continuous improvements in quality, productivity, and efficiency.
The successful candidate will work in an operational drug substance manufacturing unit (upstream and downstream processing) and reports directly to the Process Team Lead. Key responsibilities will include operational activities like deviation and change control management, troubleshooting support in the manufacturing process, compiling production documentation and contributing to strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational performance

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support in the coordination and production of biopharmaceuticals in Cell Culture Process as well as in GMP processes.
• Handling of deviations, implementation / coordination of defined actions as well as implementation of approved change requests.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Support during regulatory inspections and in responding to regulatory inquiries.
• Creation, approval, and distribution of production-relevant documents.
• Ensure real-time shop floor support and the completion of production operations on time, in accordance with the documentation and in compliance with GMP rules.
• Collaboration and management of improvement projects in the production environment.
• Preparation / execution of training for production personnel regarding industrial hygiene, GMP and safety.
• Demonstrates a strong awareness of quality and a proactive, self-directed work approach.

Essential Requirements:

• Completed studies in the field of Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Technical Chemistry, Pharmacy (or comparable studies), min. Master's degree or equivalent.
• Team player, good communication skills
• Good technical and automation understanding
• Proficiency in English (spoken & written); German native speaker

Desirable Requirements:

• First experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably manufacturing of large molecules or development.

You'll receive:

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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, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is € 59.781,96 year (on a full-time basis). In most cases, the actual salary will be higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competencies. We are open for part-time and job-sharing models and support flexible and remote working where possible.

This is a temporary role (1.5 years) with no relocation package offered.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve .

Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities:
If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to disabilities.austria@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as guidance at all stages of the application process. Austrian law provides candidates the opportunity to involve the local disability representative, Behindertenvertrauensperson (BVP), in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.

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