MS&T Lead, Isotopes

Key Responsibilities

·    Provide scientific and technical leadership within Manufacturing Science & Technology and help develop site technical capabilities.

·    Ensure robust product and process stewardship and end-to-end technical oversight throughout the commercial lifecycle.

·    Own the site Validation Master Plan, ensuring manufacturing, packaging, and cleaning processes remain validated.

·    Lead technical transfers and enable robust commercial scale-up and launch of new products.

·    Drive technical excellence during operational start-up of new manufacturing equipment and areas.

·    Oversee technical changes, inspection readiness, regulatory support, and resolution of complex manufacturing issues.

·    Build specialist technical expertise, strengthen knowledge management, and advance manufacturing and process improvements across the site.

Essential Requirements

·    University degree in science, pharmacy, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical technology, or equivalent experience.

·    Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing. Additional specialist experience is preferred (e.g., pharmaceutical formulation, process development, manufacturing technology).

·    Proven experience driving quality and compliance within an organization.

·    Strong working knowledge of applied statistics and quality systems.

·    Strong working knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple health authorities.

·    Fundamental understanding of standard pharmaceutical analytical testing.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $98,700 and $183,300 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.

To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.