Expert Science Technology Potency Flow Analytical Development

Job Description Summary

Internal Title: Senior Expert Science & Technology
This position will be located at the East Hanover NJ site and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

Bench to bedside! This exciting role serves as a technical expert to develop optimize and implement novel analytical methodologies for our CART cell and Stem cell therapy products. The successful candidate will work with a talented and experienced team in our Technical Research and Development organization at East Hanover NJ. The candidate will be responsible for the design and development of stateoftheart potency and flow assays as well as qualification studies and method transfer activities. They will interface regularly and build relationships with other functions such as Process Development Quality Control and Manufacturing Sciences & Technology to collaboratively drive projects to meet the established timelines while maintaining the highest quality and data integrity standards. This individual will uphold Novartis Values & Beliefs and Code of Ethics to successfully support our bold mission of delivering effective CART cell and Stem cell products for patients in need.

Job Description

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Design/develop cellbased assays for potency/functionality of Cell Therapy Products
Record and maintain meticulous records in electronic laboratory notebook in compliance with Quality standards

Review and approve data by other team members

Continuously identifies opportunities for method improvement. Implement resolution to technical challenges

Execute qualification/optimization of analytical methods
Drive project timelines and deliverables while meeting internal quality and data integrity requirements
Communicate effectively and present complex data within the department and crossfunctionally
Author and review method related technical documents to ensure completeness accuracy consistency and clarity
Support tracking and trending systems and programs which assist in the testing evaluation and monitoring of quality and efficiency

*Multiple positions available.

Essential Requirements:
Education: Bachelors degree Masters or Ph.D. in biology chemistry biochemistry immunology or other related science
Minimum of 5 years (BS) 3 years (MS) or 01 year (Ph.D) of industry experience. A combination of applicable technical experience and education may be used to qualify for the level of this role
Hands on experience with analytical methods such as cellbased assays or flow cytometry
Expertise with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture

Established ability to work in a regulated environment

Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of crossfunctional teams
Detailoriented with expertise in problem solving and solid decisionmaking abilities
Strong presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

Desired Requirements:

• Experience with cloning and or molecular biology

• Experience writing laboratory SOPs and technical instructions is preferred

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $93800 and $174200/year; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a signon bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an atwill position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

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 email to or calland let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$93800.00 $174200.00

Skills Desired

Environment Experiments Design Health And Safety (Ehs) Laboratory Equipment Manufacturing Process Materials Science Process Simulation Sop (Standard Operating Procedure) Technical Writing Waterfall Model