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Associate Director Analytical Operations

Novartis


Job Location:

Ivrea - Italy

Yearly Salary: EUR 61800 - 114800
Posted: 13 September 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Salary Range:

61800.00 - 114800.00


Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director Analytical Operations to lead GMP Analytical Operations within the TRD RLT Pilot Plant in Ivrea. This leadership role is responsible for analytical operations quality compliance laboratory performance continuous improvement and team development.

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Location: Ivrea Italy


Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the GMP Analytical Operations team and drive execution of strategic objectives and KPIs.
  • Provide end-to-end oversight from sample receipt through analytical result release.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP requirements data integrity standards and quality systems.
  • Lead investigations related to deviations OOE OOT and OOS events and implement CAPAs.
  • Develop laboratory strategies resource plans SOPs and operational improvements.
  • Manage laboratory budgets in partnership with site leadership.
  • Support internal audits regulatory inspections and quality reviews.
  • Build a high-performing team through coaching talent development and recruitment.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and compliance with HSE requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Oversight of maintenance and qualification activities for pilot plant equipment and facilities.
  • Review and approval of analytical batch documentation and validation-related records.
  • Approval of quality documentation including SOPs CAPAs deviations and quality events.

Requirements

  • Degree in Pharmacy Biology Chemistry Engineering or related scientific discipline.
  • Minimum 7 years of Quality Control and/or Analytical Science experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP regulations analytical technologies laboratory equipment qualification and data integrity principles.
  • Experience with systems such as LIMS Chromeleon QEM and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills.
  • Fluent written and spoken Italian and English.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis were committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role:61800 to114800

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives such as relevant skills competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally such as insurance plans retirement plans wellbeing resources and global recognition addition we provide flexible and hybrid working options where possible and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.


Skills Desired

Budget Management Data Science Process Simulation Waterfall Model

Required Experience:

Director


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Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.

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