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About the Role
Location: Istanbul Kurtköy, Turkey #LI-Hybrid
Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Using structured RCA (Root Cause Analysis) methodologies such as impact assessment, Fish bone diagram, 5 whys, Timeline & process mapping for investigation of deviations
Handling Investigations and Deviations related to Process (Upstream / Downstream), Product & Equipment
Understanding of core manufacturing unit operations such as sampling, monitoring, and continuous process support
Handling procedural requirements for HA audits
Responsible for offering technical and scientific expertise to address process-specific matters, ensuring compliance with cGMPs, SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and relevant guidelines and functional standards (such as HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) and NOSSCE)
Handling internal and health authority audits and inspections
Ensuring overall inspection readiness for area of responsibility -Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable)
Essential Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or equivalent science streams. Master´s degree is a plus
Min 8 years of experience in MS&T, Quality Assurance, Regulatory or in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical drug substance or drug products in Sterile/Large Molecules platform/facility
Minimum 5 years of experience with deviation management and investigation
Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management programs
Fluent English, German is a plus
Desirable Requirements:
Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge of statistical analysis, results interpretation, and usage of statistical tools (Example: Minitab, Statistica etc.)
Benefits and Rewards:
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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
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