Isotope Project Lead

SummaryLocation: Ivrea, Italy *please note that you will need to be able to commute to Ivrea as no relocation is on offer for this role#LI HybridRole Purpose:Act as Isotope Project Lead (IPL) by providing the specialist knowledge and expertise as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of radioisotope production and purification with particular focus on assessing, developing, and optimizing new technologies that support RLT products Life Cycle Management (LCM).Develop, optimize and transfer radioisotopes production and purification/separation processes. This is done in close collaboration with the relevant development centers, and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs).About the RoleMajor accountabilities:Manage inter functional project plan and budget using the Project Planning tool or SystemIdentify issues and potential bottlenecks within projects and proposes optionsContribute to the Radioisotope TRD-related activities. Ensure constant technological survey on the field of radioisotopes production. Apply scientific/technical expertise to identify new programs of interest for the company and support their development from early evaluation up late phase supply.Participate to development programs and activities around isotopes in adherence with global Isotope strategy and objectives within agreed timelines and budget, timely report key advancements and challenges.Identify strategic external partners for the activation of research collaboration agreement to develop new production technologies/ access to innovative isotopes.Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.Represents area as core member in the Global Project Teams for defining global scientific strategy for development up to submission and approval in major markets of assigned product(s).Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable)Minimum Requirements:BSc. in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, or equivalent scientific degree.Desirable MSc., PhD or equivalent experience.Desirable degree in Radiochemistry and strong scientific knowledge in nuclear medicineSuccessfully demonstrated several years (minimum of 5 years) of directly related experience in a scientific area or Ph.D. or equivalentProven Project Leadership in all project phasesProven process understanding (Pharma, GMP, Validation and Regulatory aspects).Sound experience of data handling and applied statistics is a must.Strong understanding of risk assessment and risk management fundamentals/toolsQuality-oriented with attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent problem solving and decision-making skillsDefining and implementing productivity improvement measures.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.Why Novartis:Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?Benefits and Rewards:Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)