14 April 2025
  • Novartis in Slovenia has opened applications for the scientific event BioCamp, which connects promising students from the region with top experts and managers. Applications are open until May 21, 2025.
  • The main theme of the event, which will take place from September 22 to 24 in Bled, will be the transformative power of artificial intelligence, from research and drug discovery to practical application in clinical practice.
  • BioCamp is one of Novartis' innovative HR practices, confirming its commitment to talent development and education, as well as the connection between business and science.

Ljubljana, April 14, 2025 – Novartis is once again inviting participants to the traditional BioCamp event, aimed at connecting students of natural sciences, economics, and technical sciences from the region with top experts from the pharmaceutical industry and beyond. This year's theme will be the transformative power of artificial intelligence, driving the pharmaceutical industry from research and discovery to drug production, leading to clinical practice applications. The company invites students to apply on the website https://www.novartis.com/si-sl/biocamp. Applications are open until May 21, 2025.

BioCamp 2024 participants during practical work

BioCamp is one of Novartis' innovative HR practices, offering STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) students a unique opportunity to connect, gain knowledge, and develop their careers. The three-day event provides young people with insight into the international business environment of the innovative pharmaceutical industry and the latest trends in the industry, as well as invaluable opportunities to connect with renowned experts and leading managers.

"For many years, BioCamp has been one of the key meeting points for young talents with top experts and an exceptional opportunity for young talents to showcase their innovation, advanced thinking, and undiscovered talents. Just as we give them the opportunity to gain insight into the innovative pharmaceutical industry, we also learn what the younger generations expect from potential employers and how to present our work in an interesting way. We look forward to this year's event and new acquaintances," highlighted Iris Slamič, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Novartis Technical Operations.

Artificial intelligence drives the pharmaceutical industry

Participants will learn about various ways artificial intelligence is used in the pharmaceutical industry and medicine. With experts in the field and numerous case studies, they will discover how innovative companies are using artificial intelligence to transform healthcare, improve diagnostics, treatment plans, and patient outcomes.

A unique opportunity for future talents

BioCamp is an invaluable experience for young promising students, allowing them to get to know the professional and business environment of the pharmaceutical industry, connect with other selected students from the region, and collaborate with top experts. At the event, participants will tackle a specific challenge and develop modern business solutions, presenting their ideas to a panel of experts, which further opens doors to the world of Novartis. This world is full of opportunities for young talents and career development in Slovenia and beyond.

This year's BioCamp will take place from September 22 to 24, 2025, in Bled, and applications are open until May 21 on the website https://www.novartis.com/si-sl/biocamp