Postgraduate in Process Analytical Sciences

Job Description Summary

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated recent graduate with a masters degree in analytical sciences related field (e.g. biochemistry biology chemistry biotechnology) and a strong background in protein biochemistry

This position is within our Biologics Analytical Development department supporting process analytical method development and testing for biological products in clinical development for up to one year. The role offers opportunities to contribute to improvement initiatives and provide hands-on support to the teams in Process Analytical Sciences.

Job Description

Location: Basel Switzerland #LI-Onsite

This Postgraduate internship is limited up to 1 year with the opportunity to start in January 2026.

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute analytical methods for process analytical testing of biological products

• Evaluate modelling-based digital solutions for analytical method development

• Support improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization projects.

• Provide hands-on support to laboratory teams as needed

Essential Requirements:

• Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g. biochemistry biology chemistry biotechnology etc.) with experience in protein biochemistry

• Hands-on laboratory experience with protein analysis

• Solid knowledge of protein biochemistry

• Good command of English (oral and written)

• Strong teamwork and communication skills with flexibility to take on diverse tasks

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience with modeling-based digital solutions for laboratory applications

• Savviness with digital applications

• Interest in process improvement and continuous optimization

• Quick grasp and passion to learn new things

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job regardless of gender religion age color race sexual orientation nationality or disability.

Accessibility and accommodation:

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Application deadline:November 21 EOB.

Please submit a cover letter that includes your motivation for the position and from when you will be available.

Skills Desired