Global Project Manager

Hardfacts

• Start Date: 01.09.2026
• Latest Start Date: 01.11.2026
• Duration: 12 months, extension possible
• Workload: 100%
• Location: Basel
• Home Office: No
• Work Model: On-site
• Travel: Yes, approx. 10 to 20% within Switzerland
• Working Hours: Standard
• CV Language: English

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex projects across development, lifecycle, post-approval, technology and continuous improvement initiatives
• Translate device strategy into actionable project plans together with Technical Development and Device Team Leads
• Drive project execution, timelines, deliverables, risks, issues and design control activities
• Develop and maintain Design & Development Plans and ensure inspection readiness
• Facilitate team meetings, decision-making, stakeholder communication and governance reviews
• Manage project scope, resources, costs, documentation and lessons learned
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners and vendors across global time zones
• Support continuous improvement of project management tools, processes and best practices

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 8 to 11 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in medtech, pharma or biopharma
• Strong project management experience in drug and/or medical device development and commercialization
• Experience with combination products
• Knowledge of 21CFR820.30 design control requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet and Google Suite
• Experience working with vendors and external partners
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage complex projects independently in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent English

Nice to Haves:

• PMP certification
• German, Japanese or Danish language skills