Vivarium Operations Associate I

Internal Job Title: Vivarium Operations Associate IPosition Location: Basel, CH, onsite** This role is based in Basel, CH. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Role Responsibilities: Animal Care & HusbandryDaily care, husbandry, and health monitoring of laboratory animalsMonitoring of animal housing and cage systemsCleaning and disinfection of animal housing areas, cage materials, and equipmentDocumentation of relevant observations and unusual eventsCompliance with applicable animal welfare, hygiene, HSE, and SOP requirementsWillingness to flexibly support either Breeding or Experimental Animal Care depending on operational needs Experimental Animal CareSupporting research groups in experimental animal careProviding competent support to laboratory personnel regarding animal husbandry and the use of existing animal housing systemsBreedingCare and management of breeding coloniesPerforming daily breeding and animal health checksIndependently performing routine activities related to breeding and animal husbandryClose collaboration with the responsible teams to ensure reliable management and care of breeding colonies Essential Requirements: Completed vocational training as an Animal Caretaker or a comparable qualification or equivalent trainingPractical experience in handling small animals and laboratory animalsExperience in the breeding and/or husbandry of laboratory animalsWillingness to work in an animal facility involving radioactive activitiesEnglish written/verbal communication skills (German a plus)Reliable, accurate, and independent working styleGood teamwork and communication skillsHigh degree of flexibility and willingness to work across different functional areasWillingness to work weekends and public holidays as part of a 365-day operation Desirable Requirements: LTK-1 module is an advantage Benefits & Rewards: At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: CHF 65,870 - CHF 122,330The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process. Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.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 [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.