Associate Expert - Science and Technology (Sample Management)

Band

Level 2

 

Job Description Summary

The Sample Management Associate is responsible for managing and tracking samples and other tasks associated related to sample management within Technical Research and Development laboratories (TR&D).

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external lab testing performed by TR&D including contracting and invoicing.
• Work with various teams to define budgets for sample testing
• Manage long term and short-term sample forecasts.
• Manage sample logistics for internal and external testing labs.
• Responsible for development, maintenance, and on-boarding of a LIMS system and training other users on LIMS system. 
• Tracking and reporting Key Performance Indicators for analytical sample testing. 
• Data management, including gathering and reporting data from testing labs to the requestor.
• Look for opportunities to implement operation excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage material requests and sample inventory.
• Proactively communicate status, issues, and action to appropriate parties.
• Adhere to all EH&S policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Program Management or related discipline with 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with project management systems, LIMS, and other operational/organizational planning tools.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across different functions within the organization.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $73,500 and $136,500 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

 

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$73,500.00 - $136,500.00

 

Skills Desired

Environment, Health And Safety (Ehs), Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Process, Materials Science, Process Simulation, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure)