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Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!\nThis role is offered through Magnit Global, who, if selected, will be your employer. If your services are retained, you will be assigned to provide services to Novartis as the end client. This is not an offer of employment with Novartis. If you are selected for this Temporary/External opportunity, you will not be an employee of Novartis and will not be eligible for any Novartis employee benefits or incentives.\nReady to work with/through Magnit at Novartis? Please read on…\nJob Purpose:\nWe are looking for a motivated Analytical Scientist to join Analytical Research & Development (ARD). 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