QA Compliance Postgraduate - German Speaker

About the role

With more than 30 different sterile products supplied to over 120 countries, our site operates in a highly regulated and globally impactful environment. As a postgraduate in the QA Compliance department, you will provide expert support in inspection management, compliance activities, and the implementation of the Novartis Quality Management System. In this role, you will help ensure that all site- and product-related activities comply with cGxP requirements, including data integrity principles, Novartis internal quality standards, and applicable international and local regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supports the preparation and coordination of Annual Product Quality Review activities in accordance with Novartis procedures.
• Supports third‑party management activities and related compliance processes.
• Contributes to the implementation and continuous improvement of Quality Systems.
• Participates in on‑site health authority inspections and customer audits.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives within the QA Compliance department.
• Supports CAPA tracking as well as the preparation, reporting, and review of QA department metrics, including Monthly Quality Reports and KPI reports.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams across Manufacturing and Quality Management.
• Ensures that all assigned activities and projects are performed in compliance with cGxP requirements, including data integrity principles.

Required profile

• University degree or postgraduate qualification in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Basic knowledge of current GMP requirements and relevant regulatory guidelines such as ICH, FDA, and EMA expectations.
• Initial experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment and/or in QA/QC is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Good organizational skills, including effective time and self‑management.
• Basic understanding of GMP auditing processes is an advantage.
• Proficiency in English and German, both written and spoken.
• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.