Site Head, Health Safety & Environment

About the Role

Location: Carlsbad, CA

At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, we are committed to leading innovation in nuclear medicine and delivering the next generation of targeted radioligand therapy to cancer patients. We are looking for a dynamic Heath, Safety & Environment (HSE) leader with prior radiation safety and regulated industry experience to help us reach our ambitious goals.

As the Head of HSE, you will be responsible for all HSE compliance aspects of a dynamic radioligand therapy drug product manufacturing plant.

This role reports into our Global HSE Organization with a dotted line to the Site Head and will be part of the Site Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a member of the site leadership team, lead the creation of an injury-free work environment that protects employees from hazards (including radiation exposure) using a strong hierarchy of controls.

• Drive the implementation and execution of the EHS roadmap defined by the company, working closely with all functions within the site and the broader Novartis organization.

• Maintain knowledge of and ensure strict adherence to all applicable regulatory compliance standards including Radiation Safety, Governance, Business Continuity & Emergencies Management and Environmental Health and Safety.

• Coordinate timely application and renewals for all required EHS permits to ensure continuous operations and support all regulatory inspections and audits.

• Serve as the site Radiation Safety Officer and collaborate with the operations and technical teams to safely manage radioactive materials from raw materials to product and waste.

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:

• Novartis: e-mail [email protected] or call +1 (877)395-2339

• Sandoz: e-mail [email protected] or call: +1-609-422-4098

Role Requirements

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, health and safety, engineering, or related field or a minimum of 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

• 7 years of experience in HSE management systems, including 2 years in a cGMP manufacturing environment OR another relevant regulated environment AND 2 years of radiation safety experience.

• Training and/or certification in radiation safety required.

• Significant experience building an injury and error-free culture with advanced knowledge of multiple US compliance areas (EPA, OSHA, NRC, etc.)

Desirable Requirements:

• Prior experience leading HSE department is preferred.

Why Novartis?

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the -most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/people-and-culture.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $151,200.00 and $226,800.00 per year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:

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 in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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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?