Basel (City)
CBC Process Specialist
- 20 August 2026
- 100%
- Basel (City)
Job summary
Join Novartis as a CBC Process Specialist in Basel, a key role in GMP-compliant cell bank production. This position offers a collaborative environment and great benefits.
Tasks
- Manage GMP-compliant processes for cell banks, including production.
- Ensure smooth operations through equipment operation and monitoring.
- Conduct quality checks and maintain accurate documentation.
Skills
- Technical degree required; experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals.
- Strong knowledge of GMP and quality standards.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
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About the job
Summary
The CBC Process Specialist is responsible for the GMP-compliant processes of the cell banks managed by the Basel Cell Bank Center (manufacturing, storage, inventory, shipping).
The Process Specialist is the first point of contact for questions and issues related to CBC operations at Basel BDSS.
About the Role
Main Responsibilities:
- Execution and support of all production processes in compliance with GMP, HSE, environmental and safety guidelines, including taking on the tasks of an equipment operator.
- Ensuring smooth production flow by operating, cleaning, preparing, sterilising and monitoring equipment, rooms and auxiliary facilities.
- Performing sampling, in-process controls, environmental monitoring and other quality-relevant activities to ensure product quality.
- Responsibility for complete, timely and GMP-compliant documentation, including batch records, logbooks, SAP bookings and production-related records.
- Ensuring availability of consumables, operating materials and production resources, as well as supporting production planning and resource management.
- Monitoring equipment performance, early detection of deviations and initiating and coordinating appropriate immediate actions in case of technical malfunctions or operational deviations.
- Supporting investigations of deviations, especially human errors, and collaborating with experts and quality assurance for root cause analysis and problem resolution.
- Promoting a strong GMP, quality, safety and 5S culture through consistent adherence to and implementation of applicable standards on the shop floor.
- Ensuring effective communication and coordination between production, quality, engineering and other interfaces to support smooth operations.
- Supporting team and operational performance by organising operational activities, batch releases of intermediates, problem-solving and continuous optimisation of processes and resources to achieve production goals.
Minimum Requirements:
- Technical qualification; university degree (chemical engineering, pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, biochemistry) desired for some technology platforms or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of completed professional experience as an Equipment Specialist or 10 years in the fields of chemicals/food/pharmaceuticals/biotechnology/aseptic manufacturing or development.
- Fluency in the local language of the site. Intermediate knowledge of English.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve.
What We Offer:
In addition to a market-competitive base salary, we offer an attractive bonus/incentive programme, a modern company pension, childcare facilities, training and development programmes, and global career opportunities within the Novartis Group.
The salary range for the position is CHF 62,090 - 115,310 per year.
Support for Applicants with Disabilities:
If you require support during any part of the recruitment process due to illness, physical disability or neurodiverse condition, please contact disabilities.austria@novartis.com and provide details of your request and contact information. Our support includes advice on suitable positions and assistance throughout all stages of the application process. Austrian law allows the involvement of the local disability representative (BVP) in the application process. If you wish to use this option, please indicate this in your CV in advance.
Why Novartis?
Our goal is to rethink medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Our vision is to become the most valuable and trusted company in the pharmaceutical sector.
We achieve this through our employees who drive us daily to reach our ambitious goals. Become part of this mission!
Learn more: People & Culture at Novartis
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