Senior Scientist Analytical Development (d/f/m)

Analytical development at Sandoz|Lek focuses on innovative solutions and an advanced approach to research, enabling the development of high-quality pharmaceutical products that contribute to the health and well-being of people worldwide. Does this sound interesting to you? Join our team and help shape the future of the pharmaceutical industry!

As Senior Scientist Analytical Development (d/f/m) you will be responsible for independent execution of complex analytical activities in the development of pharmaceuticals in accordance with the law, internal regulations, good practices and business objectives.

Your key responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design and lead the extractable and leachable studies as part of small molecule and biosimilar drug products development.
• Document, interpret and critically review extractable and leachable analytical results to properly guide the development of drug products.
• Work with internal and contract testing laboratories and contribute to the implementation of extractables and leachables testing strategy.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and recommended approaches in E&L testing.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical documents, including E&L risk evaluation reports, study protocols and reports, analytical testing procedures, and other technical reports. Also act as a technical expert in audits, inspections, and other activities.
• Effectively function as an E&L representative on project teams and provide regular updates on the progress of E&L strategy.
• Collaborate with project team members, including presenting data and active involvement in solving challenges that arise during the development of drug products.
• Fulfill other assigned project tasks and responsibilities and active involvement in the E&L process set-up.

What you will bring to the role:

• At least a university degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or other equivalent natural science degree.
• Fluent knowledge of the English language.
• Excellent scientific/technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• High level of learning agility.
• Innovative, continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with E&L testing (from wet chemistry sample preparation to Mass spectroscopy using GC and LC methods) is a plus.

You’ll receive:

Employment at the most reputable employer in Slovenia offers Competitive salary, Annual bonus, Flexible working schedule, tailored to your needs, possibility to work from home, Pension scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, Expanded program for the promotion of health in the field of physical, mental and social well-being (Energized for Life), Unlimited learning and development opportunities.

Possible job locations: Slovenia (Ljubljana)

We offer permanent contract with 6 months of probation period. You are kindly invited to submit your application in English language, including CV, by 2 June 2025.

Why Sandoz?

Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!

With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!

The future is ours to shape!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Sandoz is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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