Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist - Technical Development - Legge 68/99 Join to apply for the Associate Scientist - Technical Development - Legge 68/99 role at Novartis Italia .Summary Plan, perform and report scientific experiments with SME (subject matter expert) to support innovation projects and/or advance the innovation technical platform of radiopharmaceutical parenteral dosage forms. Contribute to maintenance of laboratory instruments and infrastructure.Key Responsibilities Plan and execute characterization studies, analytical tests, and method development with the innovation project leader (e.g., HPLC purity, UV content, identity, pH, osmolality, visible particles).Perform literature searches, support innovation, contribute to RLT IP and platforms, and share learnings across local/global teams.Provide raw data documentation, contribute to result interpretation, and ensure all documentation is correct, structured, complete, and compliant with SOPs, HSE, and AdAcAp/Novartis guidelines.Maintain clean and tidy work areas, including proper waste management, and keep accurate records of chemicals, intermediates, excipients, and solvents.Ensure correct and timely completion of logbooks and eLN experiments according to local procedures.Strictly follow HSE rules, laboratory workflows, and procedures related to shipments and materials management.Keep all required training up to date with no overdue assignments without acceptable cause.Act as an ambassador for the Novartis mindset, fostering a collaborative, curious, and courageous working style and applying continuous improvement principles.Essential Requirements Master’s degree in a scientific field and 1–3 years of relevant pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience.Good English skills (oral and written) and fluent in the local site language.Awareness of safe handling of chemicals, hazardous materials, and laboratory/technical equipment.Adequate scientific or technical knowledge in a specific area (e.g., synthetic, analytical, pharmaceutical).Good knowledge of pharmaceutical quality control and production processes.Adequate knowledge in related scientific/technical collaboration areas.Good knowledge of laboratory and/or technical tools, including relevant software and computer tools.Basic presentation and scientific/technical writing skills.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams that represent the patients and communities we serve.Benefits and Rewards Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: