Alcon

Global Technical Steward - RLT

Alcon$152K — $283K *
US-Anywhere
+ 4 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Engineering, or similar scientific degree.
  • 8+ years of experience in GMP manufacturing, including 3 years in radioligand therapy.
  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical processes, GMP regulations, and compliance.
  • Proven management experience, handling teams directly or indirectly.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%.
  • Skill in process and cleaning validation.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the global subject matter expert for radioligand therapy manufacturing processes.
  • Lead initiatives for cross-site process optimization and technology standardization.
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and capability building across global teams.
  • Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting and harmonizing processes.
  • Collaborate on technology transfers and successful implementation.
  • Establish and maintain global technical standards for processes and equipment.
  • Support inspection readiness through audits and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution and matching.
  • Generous time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
  • Performance-based cash incentive and eligibility for annual equity awards.
Full Job Description

Band

Level 5

Job Description Summary

Location: Remote

Relocation Support: Since this is a remote role, Novartis will not offer relocation support.

Are you ready to shape the future of radioligand therapy (RLT) manufacturing on a global scale? As a Global Technical Steward, you will serve as a trusted scientific leader, driving cutting-edge process innovation and setting technology standards across Novartis RLT manufacturing sites worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to apply deep technical expertise to optimize complex pharmaceutical processes, influence global strategy, and elevate manufacturing excellence—while collaborating with cross-functional experts to bring life-changing therapies to patients.


Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as global subject matter expert for radioligand therapy manufacturing processes and related equipment
  • Lead cross-site process optimization and technology standardization initiatives across global manufacturing platforms
  • Drive knowledge sharing, benchmarking, and capability building across sites, development, and technical operations teams
  • Support troubleshooting efforts by providing advanced technical expertise and harmonizing processes across global sites
  • Collaborate with development, sites, and partners to enable successful technology transfers and implementation
  • Define and maintain global technical standards, including process characterization and equipment requirements
  • Contribute to inspection readiness by supporting audits, regulatory documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Requirements

  • BS in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Engineering, or equivalent scientific/engineering degree.
  • Minimum eight years of experience in GMP manufacturing with at least three years of experience in radioligand therapy manufacturing
  • Proven process understanding 6 pharma, GMP, regulatory aspects
  • Demonstrated experience in managing teams directly or indirectly
  • 25% travel

The salary for this position is expected to range between $152,600 and $283,400 per year. 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.

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Salary Range

$152,600.00 - $283,400.00


Skills Desired

Applied Statistics, Data Analytics and Digital, GDP Knowledge, gmp knowledge, HSE Knowledge, Leadership, Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Technologies, Operational Excellence, Process and Cleaning Validation, Process Control, Quality Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Resilience and Risk Management, Resource Planning and Forecasting, Technical Leadership, Technology Transfer

About Alcon

Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products and services. The company's products include surgical equipment, contact lenses, and eye drops. Alcon was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. The company operates in over 70 countries and has over 20,000 employees. In 2019, Alcon became an independent publicly traded company after being spun off from Novartis.
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24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
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Founded
1945
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