QC Technician

Job Description Summary

Help reimagine cancer care by shaping how our Radioligand Therapies (RLT) reach more patients-safely, reliably, and faster. At Novartis, we're pioneering the future of treatment through the fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Technician to support Chemistry functions at our radioisotope production site. The primary responsibility of this role will be to perform routine quality control testing and analytical functions to ensure the production of high-quality radioisotopes. The QC Technician will work closely with the Quality Control and Production teams to maintain regulatory compliance, meet GMP standards, and ensure the safety and efficacy of products produced at our Indianapolis Isotopes facility.

Location:

Indianapolis, IN #LI-Onsite

Shift: This position involves off‑shift and weekend work which will be defined through site startup and commercialization readiness.

This role is located on‑site in Indianapolis, IN. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role; please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

• Perform routine testing on raw materials and finished products.
• Perform routine chemical testing, including ICP, TLC, Gamma Spectroscopy and pH testing, to assess the chemical quality of products.
• Perform routine testing on raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished products.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure proper sampling and testing of raw materials, in‑process materials, and final products in compliance with established protocols and specifications.
• Assist in the validation and qualification of analytical methods for testing of Lutetium Chloride and other radioisotope‑related products.
• Maintain accurate records of all laboratory activities in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory or quality control environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or radiopharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with chemical testing techniques is required.
• Experience with Quality Control laboratory instrumentation and equipment is highly desirable.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $32.10 and $59.61/hour. 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.

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, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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 to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to us.reasonab or call +1(877)395‑2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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$66,780.00 - $

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