Senior Quality Assurance Operations Specialist

This position is a temporary, activity‑based role and is limited to a fixed term of two years.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approval of batch manufacturing records as part of the batch release process
• Review and assessment of analytical results, certificates, and specifications
• Control and verification of batch documentation and quality records
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions, investigations related to deviations, OOS/OOE, and complaints
• Support CAPA management activities and changes to processes, documentation, and quality requirements
• Preparation and review of certificates, reports, and quality-related lists
• Communication and coordination with internal departments and external partners
• Execution of tasks in a timely, efficient, and GMP‑compliant manner

Obligatory requirements:

• Education: Master's degree - Other (e.g., MSc) in Microbiology.
• Solid experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP‑regulated environment.
• Experience in quality assurance or quality control is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP requirements.
• Results‑driven mindset with continuous improvement focus
• Strong customer focus and communication skills
• Fluent in German and English

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? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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