Jobs at Novartis

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Novartis, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, blends pharmaceutical research with cutting‑edge technology. The company pioneers AI‑driven drug discovery, real‑world evidence platforms, and digital therapeutics, making it a leader in applying data science and software engineering to healthcare outcomes.

Open roles span software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, product management, and UX design. Applicants can expect rigorous technical interviews, opportunities for remote or hybrid work, and access to industry‑standard tools like Kubernetes, TensorFlow, and Salesforce. Compensation typically ranges from $80k to $200k+ depending on level, with bonuses and equity for senior roles.

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Principal Scientist - Immunology and Dermatology (80-100%*)

Company: Novartis

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Novartis is seeking an innovative Principal Scientist or Senior Principal Scientist to lead drug discovery programs in immunology/dermatology/allergy. The role involves establishing assays, leading early drug discovery projects, and collaborating with various experts. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in immunology, autoimmunity, molecular biology, or related field with at least 5 years of relevant research experience. In-depth knowledge of human and mouse immunology, particularly cutaneous immunology or allergy, is required. Experience with cutting-edge technologies and assay development is desirable. Novartis offers a collaborative environment with benefits and rewards for full-time employees.

(高级)医药代表 /(资深)产品专员

Company: Novartis

Location: Chongqing, China

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The role of a sales representative is crucial for driving customer interactions and sales performance. They are the face of our customer experience, building strong relationships to create value for customers and patients ethically and in compliance. Key responsibilities include visiting target clients, participating in academic promotion events, improving customer service quality, timely reporting, and collaborating on compliance projects. Novartis is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and diverse team. Requirements include relevant educational background, work experience, and compliance with medical institution regulations. Novartis offers a supportive community, innovative science, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Senior Principal Statistical Programmer

Company: Novartis

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The Senior Principal Programmer role at Novartis involves leading statistical programming activities for multiple studies, ensuring efficient execution of drug-development plans, and collaborating with biostatistics teams. Key responsibilities include coordinating programming activities, making programming decisions, reviewing eCRFs, complying with standards, and providing programming solutions. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field, extensive SAS experience, and knowledge of industry standards like CDISC. Novartis is committed to diversity and offers a supportive work environment with benefits and rewards.

Assoc. Dir. DDIT APD ERP Commercials and Cross Functional

Company: Novartis

Location: São Paulo, Brazil

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The role involves translating high-level design and business requirements into SAP system solutions, ensuring adherence to design and architectural standards. Key responsibilities include developing system designs, ensuring solutions meet requirements, delivering designs in line with system design standards, and initiating solution testing. The ideal candidate should have at least 10+ years of experience in SAP implementation in an international environment, with Brazilian localization expertise. They should also possess knowledge in SAP SD/MM/LE/WM/TM functionalities, GxP regulations, and Computer System Validation (CSV) methods. Proficiency in English and Portuguese is required, with Spanish knowledge being a plus.

Associate Director, Marketing Strategist - DTC

Company: Novartis

Location: East Hanover, NJ

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The Associate Director - Dermatology Marketing Strategist will focus on DTC marketing strategies, working closely with the Marketing Director and cross-functional partners. Key responsibilities include developing a cohesive brand marketing strategy, establishing patient domain expertise, and implementing best-in-class digital marketing strategies. The role involves identifying, testing, validating, and executing creative concepts, creating lead assets for DTC efforts, and fostering a high-performing team. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, minimum of 5 years of commercial marketing experience in Pharmaceutical or Healthcare, and strong cross-functional leadership skills.

Manufacturing Facilitator

Company: Novartis

Location: Cedar Knolls, NJ

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The role of a department Facilitator at Morris Plains, NJ involves driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and enabling teams to achieve high-quality operational outcomes. Key responsibilities include leading continuous improvement initiatives, providing ramp-up support, managing change control processes, maintaining documentation accuracy, collaborating with cross-functional teams, strategic planning, performance delivery, team communication, leadership support, and championing a culture of quality. Essential requirements include a Bachelor's degree, advanced degree or specializations, at least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industries, project management skills, strong analytical skills, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Medical Advisor, Cardio

Company: Novartis

Location: Shanghai, China

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The role involves supporting the country medical affairs strategy in line with global strategy, coordinating scientific meetings and medical exchange activities, ensuring high-quality responses to medical inquiries, providing medical input for clinical trials, coordinating review of medical materials, and collaborating with cross-functional groups. The ideal candidate should have a medical background, proficiency in English and Chinese, and experience in medical advisory and new launch roles. Novartis offers a supportive community and opportunities for professional growth.

Medical Lead

Company: Novartis

Location: Lima, Peru

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The Medical Lead role in Lima involves leading Medical Affairs plans for Solid Tumors, providing scientific information, and designing clinical studies. Key responsibilities include responding to medical enquiries, providing medical input for clinical trials, supporting country strategy for Non-Interventional Studies, coordinating review of medical materials, and ensuring medical insights are shared with cross-functional teams. Essential requirements include a university degree in life science, validated experience in similar roles, proficiency in English and Spanish, and a strategic mindset. Novartis offers a diverse work environment and competitive benefits.

Director of Product Sciences, Cell Therapy Analytical Development

Company: Novartis

Location: East Hanover, NJ

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Novartis is seeking a Director of Product Sciences for Cell Therapy Analytical Development in East Hanover, NJ. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, driving product understanding, and shaping analytical strategies for groundbreaking cell therapy products. Key responsibilities include generating product knowledge, establishing characterization strategies, and collaborating with various teams. Requirements include a Ph.D. in Immunology or related field, 10+ years of experience in understanding and characterizing the human immune system and cell products, and industry experience in Cell Therapy CMC development.

Key Account Manager - Immunology

Company: Novartis

Location: Warsaw, Poland

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The job posting is for a sales role in Gdańsk, Województwo Pomorskie, Poland. The key responsibilities include achieving sales targets, promoting products among medical professionals, collaborating with key opinion leaders, hospital administration, and pharmacy, working closely with the marketing department to execute marketing plans, managing and developing marketing projects, organizing public awareness campaigns for product-related social issues, monitoring marketing performance of own and competitive products, preparing effectiveness reports, and working on inter-functional and inter-divisional projects. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the hospital market or pharmaceutical programs in the Immunology field, high personal and ethical culture, analytical thinking, proactivity, goal-setting, engagement, systematic work, effective communication, and inter-functional collaboration. Fluency in English, higher education (preferably medical or related), a B driving license, high level of independence, creativity, and entrepreneurship in actions, and desire for further development are required. Novartis offers a community of smart, passionate people working together to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives.

Global Program Safety Lead - Immunology

Company: Novartis

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Novartis is seeking a Global Program Safety Lead for Immunology in Basel, Switzerland. The role involves designing safety surveillance strategies, overseeing drug surveillance programs, managing safety in clinical trials, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate should have a medical degree, extensive pharma experience, and skills in clinical research, leadership, and regulatory compliance. Fluency in English is mandatory, and additional languages are advantageous.

Head of Strategic Access and Partnerships

Company: Novartis

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Dec 19, 2024

The role is for a Head of Strategic Access and Partnerships, responsible for developing and implementing pricing and market access strategies. The individual will ensure optimal Patient Access, affordability, reimbursement, and adoption of Novartis products. They will build profitable relationships across disease areas in key states and accounts, demonstrating customer-centricity and innovative thinking. Key responsibilities include driving customer centricity, implementing winning access strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and leading patient access strategy development. The ideal candidate should have an MBA, 12+ years of pharma experience, and proven track record in state access. Essential skills include agility, access and reimbursement strategy, analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-centric mindset.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Novartis?
Novartis fosters a collaborative, data‑driven culture that values continuous learning. Employees benefit from global mobility, generous health plans, flexible work models, and access to internal training on AI, cloud, and product development. Managers often emphasize mentorship and give employees the chance to work on cross‑functional teams that accelerate research from discovery to market.
What types of positions are available at Novartis?
Tech positions include software engineer (frontend, backend, full‑stack), data scientist, machine learning engineer, cloud architect, DevOps engineer, cybersecurity analyst, product manager, UX/UI designer, and quality assurance. Non‑tech positions cover regulatory affairs, quality control, clinical operations, and business analytics.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Novartis tech roles?
Stand out by aligning your portfolio with Novartis' tech stack—demonstrate experience with Java, Python, SQL, or cloud services. Highlight any healthcare or pharma projects, publish code on GitHub, and include measurable outcomes. Tailor your resume to match the job description, use relevant keywords, and prepare for coding tests in data structures, algorithms, and system design. In interviews, discuss how your technical skills can accelerate drug discovery or improve patient outcomes.

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