Validation Lead

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Location: Ljubljana, Slovenija
Relocation Support: This role is based in Ljubljana Slovenia. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Ste pripravljeni prevzeti ključno vlogo pri oblikovanju prihodnosti ene najpomembnejših Novartisovih proizvodnih lokacij?

Na lokaciji Aseptika Ljubljana ustvarjamo strateško središče za lansiranje in proizvodnjo inovativnih aseptičnih zdravil, saj bo to edinstvena lokacija v Novartisovi svetovni mreži, kjer bodo na voljo vse ključne tehnologije za proizvodnjo aseptičnih zdravil. Pri nas boste imeli priložnost soustvarjati rešitve, ki bodo pacientom po vsem svetu prinašale nove možnosti zdravljenja.

Kot del naše ekipe boste sodelovali z vrhunskimi strokovnjaki iz Slovenije in mednarodnega okolja ter prispevali k postavljanju novih standardov odličnosti v farmacevtski industriji. Vaše delo bo imelo neposreden vpliv na razvoj in dostopnost inovativnih terapij za paciente po vsem svetu, hkrati pa boste imeli priložnost za strokovno rast v enem najbolj naprednih proizvodnih okolij v Novartisu.
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Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of Novartis’ most strategic manufacturing sites?

At our Ljubljana Aseptic Manufacturing site, we are building a global center of excellence for the launch and production of innovative aseptic medicines. This unique site will be the only location within the Novartis network to bring together all core aseptic manufacturing technologies under one roof. Joining our team means helping to deliver breakthrough therapies that expand treatment possibilities for patients around the world.

As part of this exciting journey, you will collaborate with leading experts from Slovenia and across the global Novartis organization, driving innovation and setting new standards of excellence in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Your work will have a direct impact on the development, production, and accessibility of life-changing therapies, while providing exceptional opportunities for professional growth in one of the most advanced manufacturing environments at Novartis.

Job Description

Vaše ključne odgovornosti:

• Razvijanje in izvajanje strategije validacije procesov, čiščenja, pakiranja in tekočega preverjanja.

• Zagotavljanje skladnosti validacij z GMP, internimi predpisi, zakonodajo in standardi kakovosti.

• Vzpostavljanje in vzdrževanje glavnih načrtov validacije ter spremljanje validacijskih statusov lokacije.

• Pripravljanje validacijskih protokolov in dokumentacije ter vodenje validacijskih aktivnosti.

• Svetovanje pri ocenjevanju tveganj in izvajanju validacijskih strategij za nove izdelke.

• Sodelovanje pri prenosih in lansiranjih izdelkov ter pripravi registracijske dokumentacije.

• Koordiniranje z oddelki za inženiring, IT, QC in AS&T pri kvalifikacijah in validacijah.

• Vodenje validacijskih sej in zastopanje lokacije v validacijski mreži.

• Skrb za usposabljanje in razvoj sodelavcev ter upravljanje učnih načrtov.

• Podpiranje pri izvajanju Novartisovih proizvodnih praks in zagotavljanje trajnostnega poslovanja.

Vaš doprinos k delovnem mestu:

• Zaključena visokošolska izobrazba naravoslovne, farmacevtske ali tehnične smeri.

• Izkušnje z validacijo procesov, čiščenja in pakiranja v reguliranem okolju (zaželeno vsaj 5 let izkušenj).

• Dobro poznavanje zahtev dobre proizvodne prakse (GMP) in zakonodaje s področja zdravil.

• Sposobnost priprave validacijske dokumentacije in vodenja validacijskih aktivnosti.

• Izkušnje s sodelovanjem z različnimi oddelki (npr. IT, QC, inženiring) pri validacijah.

• Sposobnost ocenjevanja tveganj in uporabe orodij za upravljanje tveganj.

• Aktivno znanje angleškega jezika v pisni in ustni obliki, poznavanje lokalnega jezika (slovenščina) je prednost.

Z izbranim kandidatom bomo sklenili delovno razmerje za nedoločen čas s poskusno dobo 6 mesecev.

Ugodnosti in nagrajevanje:

Konkurenčen plačni paket, letni bonus, fleksibilen način dela z možnostjo prilagajanja urnika in delom od doma, pokojninska shema, shema nagrajevanja in priznanja dosežkov, razširjeni program promocije zdravja na področju telesnega, duševnega in fizičnega počutja (iniciativa Polni življenja), številne priložnosti za učenje in razvoj.

Preberite naš priročnik, da spoznate načine, s katerimi bomo spodbujali vaš osebni in profesionalni razvoj: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 

Predani smo raznolikosti in vključenosti: Novartis si prizadeva ustvariti izjemno, vključujoče delovno okolje in oblikovanje raznolikih timov, saj ti predstavljajo naše bolnike in skupnosti, ki jih oskrbujemo.

Pridružite se Novartisu: Ni pravo delovno mesto za vas? Prijavite se v našo bazo talentov, da ostanete v kontaktu z nami in se seznanite z ustreznimi kariernimi priložnostmi takoj, ko se pojavijo: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network 

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Become a key figure in ensuring robust processes, maintaining a constant state of validation, and continuously improving process performance, evaluated through statistical analysis of critical parameters in MS&T, as a Validation Lead (m/f/d). In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of validation strategies that form the foundation for safe, effective, and compliant manufacturing operations. You will take responsibility for the development, implementation, and execution of process validations, packaging validations, cleaning validations, and revalidations, in line with timelines and available resources. In doing so, you will ensure compliance with applicable legislation, good practices, internal regulations, quality standards, and regulatory agency requirements.

If you are passionate about working in a regulated environment where your expertise can truly make an impact – then this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute validation strategies for processes, cleaning, packaging, and ongoing process verification.

• Ensure validation compliance with GMP, internal policies, legislation, and quality standards.

• Establish and maintain the site validation master plan and monitor validation status.

• Prepare validation protocols and documentation and lead validation activities.

• Advise on risk assessments and validation strategies for new product introductions.

• Participate in product transfers and launches and support registration documentation preparation.

• Coordinate with Engineering, IT, QC, and AS&T departments on qualifications and validations.

• Host validation board meetings and represent the site in the validation network.

• Support training and development of team members and manage training curricula.

• Support implementation of Novartis manufacturing practices and ensure business continuity.

What you will bring to the role:

• University degree in natural sciences, pharmacy, or technical field.

• Experience in process, cleaning, and packaging validation in a regulated environment.

• Strong knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical legislation.

• Ability to prepare validation documentation and lead validation activities.

• Experience collaborating with departments such as IT, QC, and Engineering.

• Risk assessment skills and familiarity with risk management tools.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Fluent in Slovenian language is an advantage.

We offer permanent employment with 6 months of probation period.

Benefits and Rewards:

Competitive salary, Annual bonus, Flexible working schedule, tailored to your needs, possibility to work from home, Pension scheme, possibility of joining collective health insurance scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Expanded program for the promotion of health in the field of physical and mental well-being and managing workload (Well-being), Unlimited learning and development opportunities.

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.

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Skills Desired

Applied Statistics, Change Controls, Data Analytics and Digital (Inactive), GDP Knowledge (Inactive), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HSE Knowledge (Inactive), Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Technologies, Operational Excellence, Process and Cleaning Validation (Inactive), Process Control, Quality Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Resilience and Risk Management (Inactive), Technical Leadership, Technology Transfer