BioProcess Engineer III

Summary

This position will be located at Durham, NC  and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

The BioProcess Engineer downstream/Fill-Finish is responsible for executing the manufacturing operations at the plant/site. The level of the role will be determined by the years of relevant experience.

About the Role

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Location: Durham, United State

Relocation Support: This role is based in Durham, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

What if your expertise could help deliver life-changing therapies to patients who need them most? As a BioProcess Engineer III at Novartis, you will play a critical role in manufacturing advanced biologic products that make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Working at the heart of our production operations, you will drive process excellence, support the reliable delivery of clinical and commercial products, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational performance. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment where your contributions have a direct impact on patients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

This role is a 2-2-3 day shift position.

• Produce clinical and commercial products that meet quality, compliance, and business objectives.
• Operate on the manufacturing floor, troubleshoot equipment, and drive reliable process performance.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation, training records, and quality requirements remain inspection ready.
• Support regulatory and internal audits by providing manufacturing expertise and timely responses.
• Lead technology transfers and process implementation activities for new products and manufacturing processes.
• Partner with Quality and Technical Operations teams to resolve production challenges and maintain compliance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational excellence and efficiency.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field.
• Two years of current Good Manufacturing Practice experience in biologics, pharmaceutical, or vaccine manufacturing.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, including cell culture, purification, formulation, recovery, or fill-finish processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create technical documentation.
• Proven ability to influence teams, drive continuous improvement, and promote operational excellence.
• Experience managing projects and collaborating with external vendors or manufacturing partners.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together and rewarding the people who make it happen. We offer a competitive rewards package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including health and wellness resources, retirement programs, paid time off, recognition programs, and opportunities for learning and career growth. Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements and Novartis policies.

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?

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