Legal Trainee - Research & Development and Innovative Medicines

Summary

The Novartis Research & Development and Innovative Medicines Legal Teams are seeking university graduates for legal traineeships within their Global and Swiss legal departments in Basel. This opportunity is designed for individuals eager to gain practical experience within a prominent international pharmaceutical corporation.

About the Role

At Novartis, our mission is to discover innovative healthcare solutions that address the evolving needs of patients and societies around the globe. We are looking for motivated university graduates who are interested in gaining insights into an in-house legal department, working alongside experts, and contributing to our mission to reimagine medicine.

Duration: 6 months
Start date: Starting January 1, 2026 (latest by June 1, 2026)

Key Responsibilities

• Engaging in a variety of legal matters and projects covering pharmaceutical/healthcare laws, contract law, commercial law, licensing and transactions, and anti-trust law.
• Advising on a diverse range of development, regulatory, digital, and commercial matters related to the research and commercialization of pharmaceutical products.
• Conducting legal research and drafting documents regarding various legal issues and disputes across private and public law areas.
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing various agreements, including licensing, research collaboration, distribution, confidentiality, and consultancy contracts.
• Providing legal support for various projects, such as contract templates, legal trainings, global guidelines and policies, and research collaborations, while interacting with Novartis global, regional, and country legal and business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: A Swiss Bachelor of Law (BLaw) degree or Master of Law (MLaw) degree, or an equivalent qualification from a Swiss university.
• Languages: Proficiency in German and English.
• Experience: Ideally, candidates should have gained initial professional or internship experience.

Potential candidates should exhibit a keen interest in legal matters within a global pharmaceutical corporation, demonstrating commitment, motivation, and a willingness to learn and discover new avenues.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Novartis is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you require any accommodations due to a medical condition or disability, please let us know how we can assist you.

Why Novartis

At Novartis, making a difference in the lives of patients and their families requires more than scientific innovation. It demands a community of intelligent, passionate individuals who collaborate, support, and inspire one another to achieve breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Are you ready to create a brighter future together?

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