Job ID
REQ-10076866
Jun 23, 2026
Austria
Available in: English
Summary
Location: Schaftenau, Austria #onsite *please note that this is a temporary position, min 12 months Role Purpose:At Novartis, we are reimagining medicine to improve and extend people''s lives. We use innovative science and technology such as xRNA, Radioligand and Gene & Cell therapy to address some of society''s most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible. Without a safe, user friendly, high-quality drug delivery system our patients cannot take their medicine. The Parenteral Packaging team in Schaftenau seeks your support in developing primary packaging containers, as well as syringe- and cartridge-based drug-device combination products. Collaborating with a team of interdisciplinary specialists, you will contribute to ensuring that our delivery systems are precisely aligned with the requirements of the drug product and meet the highest standards of customer expectations.
About the Role
Your key responsibilities:Lead and manage parenteral packaging development activities and actively participate in device and packaging development project teams. Main focus will be on syringes, needle safety devices and vials.Apply technical expertise to address design, development and operational issues for the preparation and timely delivery of parenteral primary packaging / combination products, processes and proceduresConduct technical assessments and ensure compliance in documentation for packaging components and systems functionalityApply knowledge in the areas of materials (glass, polymers, rubbers, silicone/lubricants, sterile barrier systems, adhesives) and manufacturing (injection molding, glass converting, rubber molding, assembly, fill & finish and transport validation)Communicate, address and solve problems (e.g. deviations and unexpected results from experiments) within own and broader area of responsibility; communicate effectively across organizational interfacesConduct feasibility assessments on new technologyDrive preparation of the function related documents for registration of medical device/ combination products and provide feedback to health authority questionsContribute to the transfer of know-how or procedures to other departments or external contractorsRequirementsMaster or PhD degree in engineering, material sciences, pharmaceutical technology or similar3+ years experience in a similar role, preferred in the field of primary packaging / medical device and combination product development or in pharmaceutical industryLeading and influencing in global matrix organization; strong communication / negotiation skills & listener, actively reaching out, able to understand and connect across functionsMentors and inspires others to solve technical issues / problemsLeads / co‐leads novel projects within the teamExcellent skills in English, verbal and written.Other language skills, e.g. German are of advantageIn accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is €65,605.54/year (on a full time basis). In most cases, the actual salary will be higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competenciesAdjustments for Applicants with Disabilities: If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to disabilities.austria@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as guidance at all stages of the application process. Austrian law provides candidates the opportunity to involve the local disability representative, Behindertenvertrauensperson (BVP), in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
Primary location salary range
€60,978.00 - €96,200.00
Division
Development
Business Unit
Development
Location
Austria
Site
Schaftenau
Company / Legal Entity
AT33 (FCRS = AT033) Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturing GmbH
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Shift Work
No
Research & Development Development Austria
Job ID
REQ-10076866
Expert Engineering (Parenteral Packaging)
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Job ID
REQ-10076866
Expert Engineering (Parenteral Packaging)
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Novartis provides healthcare solutions that improve and extend people’s lives. We use science-based innovation to address some of society’s most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible. Our company is focused on industry-leading divisions with innovation power and global scale: pharmaceuticals, eye care and generic medicines Novartis is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis Group companies employ approximately 120,000 associates and its products are available in more than 180 countries around the world.