HSE Specialist, Isotopes Manufacturing

Job Description Summary

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Location: Indianapolis Indiana

At Novartis we are pioneering the future of cancer treatment through Radioligand Therapy (RLT) - a powerful fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology. As we expand our global RLT manufacturing footprint we are seeking passionate purpose-driven individuals to join our mission of delivering life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

As the HSE Specialist you will be a member of the Indianapolis HSE Team and support the launch of our state-of-the-art Isotope Manufacturing site. Your responsibilities will evolve as the site grows develops and matures.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Keep track of legislation and regulations regarding Health Safety and Environment
• Provide technical expertise assistance and/or oversight for the HSE programs at the campus including radiation safety occupational safety and environmental compliance.
• Identify assess and document Health Safety and Environment risks to the employees and third parties at work (analysis of work areas) and recommend the necessary technical Organization and personal protective measures in collaboration with the site HSE Head.
• Coordinate or introduce necessary Health Safety and Environment measurements and monitor the implementation of the protective measures.
• Assist the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) at the manufacturing plant by serving as an Authorized User and ultimately be the backup to the RSO performing radiation surveys radioactive waste management and assisting with spill / contamination response.
• Support and/or conduct incident investigations and corrective/preventive action implementation
• Maintain knowledge of and ensure strict adherence to all applicable regulatory compliance standards and internal company standards for HSE including Radiation Safety.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in industrial hygiene health and safety engineering or related field or a minimum of 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 3 years of relevant experience in a Health and Safety role.
• Experience building an injury and error-free culture with knowledge of multiple US compliance areas (EPA OSHA NRC etc.) is required.
• Hazardous Waste Management

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in a cGMP environment
• Prior experience or training in radiation safety

The salary for this position is expected to range between $89600 and $166400 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.

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 e-mail to or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$89600.00 - $166400.00

Skills Desired

Auditing Environment Environmental Resource Management Health And Safety (Ehs) Hse Management Systems Knowledge Of Capas Knowledge Of Gmp Including Gdp Occupational Hygiene Occupational Safety and Health Training Workplace Safety Standards