Location: Greater Zurich Area | Switzerland
For an innovative, clinical-stage biotechnology company in the Zurich area, we are looking for a
Clinical Project Manager
to strengthen a growing Clinical Operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a science-driven organization developing innovative therapies with global impact, where you will play a key role in the planning and execution of early-stage clinical studies.
Your Responsibilities
Managing clinical trials while ensuring compliance with scope, quality, budget and timelines
Preparing high-quality clinical study documentation, including but not limited to protocols, study plans, reports, informed consent forms and clinical manuals
Proactively identifying risks, assessing their impact and driving effective mitigation strategies
Planning and conducting site initiation visits, monitoring visits, investigator meetings, training sessions and key opinion leader interactions
Managing and preparing ethical and regulatory submissions in accordance with applicable requirements and agreed timelines
Conducting data reviews, resolving data queries and supporting database quality and integrity activities
Identifying, selecting, managing and overseeing external vendors such as Contract Research Organizations (CROs), clinical sites, central laboratories and other service providers to ensure performance and deliverables
Managing clinical trial budgets and supporting contract negotiations to ensure cost-efficient execution
Shaping and implementing clinical development plans and regulatory strategies to achieve program objectives
Working in accordance with ICH-GCP (E6(R3)), applicable local regulations and internal SOPs
Presenting clinical data internally and externally
Authoring, revising and updating SOPs, work instructions and other relevant documentation
Supporting the Clinical department in cross‑functional projects and collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders
Your Profile
Master’s degree or PhD in Life Sciences
At least
5 years of experience
in Clinical Operations within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Proven experience leading and managing clinical trials or clinical development programs, ideally Phase I and Phase II studies
Hands‑on experience managing all operational aspects of clinical trials
Experience preparing study‑related documents including study protocols, study reports, informed consent forms and clinical study plans
Experience selecting and managing CROs, clinical sites, vendors and consultants
Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills
Good understanding of clinical trial application submissions and communication with Ethics Committees, IRBs and regulatory authorities such as the EMA and FDA
In‑depth knowledge of ICH‑GCP and experience in clinical risk assessment and mitigation planning
A proactive, hands‑on mindset and the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, innovative and fast‑paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
What You Can Expect
The opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical development programs with meaningful scientific impact
A collaborative, international and highly motivated working environment
A dynamic biotechnology company with short decision‑making paths and high ownership
Modern offices in the Zurich area with excellent public transport connections
The chance to work closely with experienced cross‑functional teams and make a visible impact on clinical development
Interested? If you meet the requirements of this exciting opportunity and would like to learn more, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply with your
CV, motivation letter, relevant diplomas and reference letters (if available) . To ensure an efficient review process, we kindly ask you to submit all application documents as
one single PDF file . Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Please note:
This position is being managed by an external recruitment partner on behalf of our client. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application documents may be shared with our client solely for the purpose of the recruitment and selection process.
Please note that due to Swiss employment regulations, only candidates who are currently eligible to work in Switzerland can be considered for this position.
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For an innovative, clinical-stage biotechnology company in the Zurich area, we are looking for a
Clinical Project Manager
to strengthen a growing Clinical Operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a science-driven organization developing innovative therapies with global impact, where you will play a key role in the planning and execution of early-stage clinical studies.
Your Responsibilities
Managing clinical trials while ensuring compliance with scope, quality, budget and timelines
Preparing high-quality clinical study documentation, including but not limited to protocols, study plans, reports, informed consent forms and clinical manuals
Proactively identifying risks, assessing their impact and driving effective mitigation strategies
Planning and conducting site initiation visits, monitoring visits, investigator meetings, training sessions and key opinion leader interactions
Managing and preparing ethical and regulatory submissions in accordance with applicable requirements and agreed timelines
Conducting data reviews, resolving data queries and supporting database quality and integrity activities
Identifying, selecting, managing and overseeing external vendors such as Contract Research Organizations (CROs), clinical sites, central laboratories and other service providers to ensure performance and deliverables
Managing clinical trial budgets and supporting contract negotiations to ensure cost-efficient execution
Shaping and implementing clinical development plans and regulatory strategies to achieve program objectives
Working in accordance with ICH-GCP (E6(R3)), applicable local regulations and internal SOPs
Presenting clinical data internally and externally
Authoring, revising and updating SOPs, work instructions and other relevant documentation
Supporting the Clinical department in cross‑functional projects and collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders
Your Profile
Master’s degree or PhD in Life Sciences
At least
5 years of experience
in Clinical Operations within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Proven experience leading and managing clinical trials or clinical development programs, ideally Phase I and Phase II studies
Hands‑on experience managing all operational aspects of clinical trials
Experience preparing study‑related documents including study protocols, study reports, informed consent forms and clinical study plans
Experience selecting and managing CROs, clinical sites, vendors and consultants
Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills
Good understanding of clinical trial application submissions and communication with Ethics Committees, IRBs and regulatory authorities such as the EMA and FDA
In‑depth knowledge of ICH‑GCP and experience in clinical risk assessment and mitigation planning
A proactive, hands‑on mindset and the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, innovative and fast‑paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
What You Can Expect
The opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical development programs with meaningful scientific impact
A collaborative, international and highly motivated working environment
A dynamic biotechnology company with short decision‑making paths and high ownership
Modern offices in the Zurich area with excellent public transport connections
The chance to work closely with experienced cross‑functional teams and make a visible impact on clinical development
Interested? If you meet the requirements of this exciting opportunity and would like to learn more, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply with your
CV, motivation letter, relevant diplomas and reference letters (if available) . To ensure an efficient review process, we kindly ask you to submit all application documents as
one single PDF file . Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Please note:
This position is being managed by an external recruitment partner on behalf of our client. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application documents may be shared with our client solely for the purpose of the recruitment and selection process.
Please note that due to Swiss employment regulations, only candidates who are currently eligible to work in Switzerland can be considered for this position.
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Clinical Project Manager Arbeitgeber: headcount AG
Die headcount AG ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der Ihnen die Möglichkeit bietet, in einem dynamischen und internationalen Umfeld im Großraum Zürich zu arbeiten. Wir fördern eine offene Unternehmenskultur, die auf Zusammenarbeit und Innovation basiert, und bieten zahlreiche Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung sowie attraktive Benefits. Bei uns haben Sie die Chance, Ihre Expertise in der Qualitätssicherung einzubringen und gleichzeitig Teil eines engagierten Teams zu sein, das sich für höchste Standards in der pharmazeutischen Industrie einsetzt.
