Novartis Posted October 29, 2026

Associate Expert Drug Supply

Ivrea, Italy FULL_TIME
Clinical Research Associate
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About this opportunity

Carry out the production of radiopharmaceuticals according to GMP rules and approved SOPs.  The role foresees working in shifts including morning and afternoon work according to an internal rotation plan.#LI-OnsiteLocation: Ivrea, ItalyRelocation Support: This role is based in Ivera, Italy. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Major accountabilities: Work in shifts, is responsible to perform the necessary activities for the preparation, production and packaging for shipping of sterile radioactive drugs Execute all assigned activities in compliance with internal procedures (HSE, EU GMP Annex 1 / Annex 3, others) and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations Perform routine setup and cleaning, microbiological verification of pharmaceutical areas and equipment and all areas of the Plant with a need for periodic cleaning activities based on GMP  Perform the preparation of all raw materials needed for the production (batch related kit preparation) According with the Production Supervisor, perform the management of material stocks and waste materials  Follow the GDP in printing, filling and signing all documents (ALCOA+) Promptly report to the Production Supervisor and the Qualified Person and/or the HSE Manager any deviation and/ or out of specification detected during the production process  Perform logistics activities (transportation and documentation related) about the incoming of materials, refilling of the stock areas and packaging materials for shipping. Perform activities related to waste management (transportation and documentation related) for radioactive waste  Support external specialized personnel in carrying out ordinary and extraordinary maintenance/qualification activities Collaborate with the Production Supervisor to the training of new personnel  Support the site quality system by providing input from the production area and sustaining the continuous improvement of the facility Observe all safety requirements (D.Lgs. 81/08; D.lgs 101/95, Global and local HSE SOPs), GMP regulations (AIFA, FDA), and housekeeping practices while performing duties. Provides continuous feedback and is the point of contact for generating improvements and changes aimed at optimizing the quality and efficiency of production processes.Responsible for performing technical tests and supporting the qualification and validation phases of processes and products.undefinedEducation & Qualifications  Technical/Scientific background/education (High School) is mandatory  University degree in Science is desirable, Pharmacy or Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent job experience.  Languages  English: desirable Italian (Local Language): proficient   Experiences  Minimum 2 years experience in GMP manufacturing support / technical role Previous experience in sterile injectable pharmaceutical companies (radiopharmaceutical experience is desirable)    Competencies  Good scientific and technical understanding Team player with strong team spirit Change management, adaptability, ability to work under pressure Good understanding or capacity to quickly understand production processes Quality and compliance skills Good understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple health authorities  Technical / Functional Skills & Knowledge  Good working knowledge/understanding of typical manufacturing IT system (SCADA, HMI etc) Good office software applications   Benefits & Rewards  At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.   Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €30,200  to €56,000  The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.   In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.   The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics. Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraphNovartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Job details

Seniority
Associate
Function
Clinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Ivrea, Italy
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Clinical Research role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 136 comparable Associate Clinical Research roles across 18 biopharma companies.

136Comparable roles tracked
124Currently active
18Companies hiring similar roles
33Countries represented

Salary context

29 of 136 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Lab Associate · IQVIA $35,900/yr – $74,800/yr
Highest disclosed · Senior Clinical Trial Manager · Chimerix, Inc. $145,600/yr – $218,400/yr
Peer group range $55,350 – $182,000 (median $136,000)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 136 comparable roles

United States40
China11
Canada8
Italy6
South Korea6
United Kingdom6

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Seniority mix

136 of 136 peers have a known seniority level

Associate91
Manager43
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc2

Therapeutic area mix

11 of 136 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology9
Dermatology & Aesthetics1
Immunology1

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