Salary Range:
€61,800.00 - €114,800.00Job 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.#LI-Onsite
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, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: € 61,800 to € 114,800
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 programs. In 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 ModelSkills Required
- Degree in Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Minimum 7 years of Quality Control and/or Analytical Science experience within the pharmaceutical industry
- Strong knowledge of GMP regulations
- Knowledge of analytical technologies and laboratory equipment qualification
- Knowledge of data integrity principles
- Experience with LIMS, Chromeleon, QEM, and Microsoft Office
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Fluent written and spoken Italian and English
Novartis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Novartis and has not been reviewed or approved by Novartis.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as a strong overall package, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside FSAs/HSAs and disability and life coverage. Mental-health support is reinforced through an employee assistance program with psychological support and a network of mental health first aiders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, with an automatic company contribution plus dollar-for-dollar matching in the 401(k). Additional retirement funding is described through an age-based defined contribution program and access to an employee share purchase plan discount.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are framed as robust, including a global minimum of paid parental leave for new parents following birth or adoption. Added supports include domestic partner coverage, dependent-care resources, and benefits such as adoption assistance and child/elder care options.
Novartis Insights
What We Do
Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide.
