Global Project Manager (Assay Development) in Zug

pFor one of our clients, a leading international healthcare and diagnostics company based in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a bGlobal Project Manager (Assay Development) (m/f/d) /b to join a high-impact product development organization responsible for delivering innovative diagnostic solutions to healthcare professionals worldwide. /p pAre you passionate about leading complex cross-functional projects and transforming innovative scientific concepts into successful products? /p pDo you enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, managing global stakeholders, and ensuring project execution across both Agile and traditional development environments? /p pOur client is continuously advancing diagnostic technologies through the development of sophisticated assays, software-enabled solutions, and integrated diagnostic platforms. /p pWithin this environment, Project Management serves as a critical capability, enabling teams to deliver value efficiently while ensuring alignment across research, development, software engineering, portfolio management, and commercial organizations. /p pAs a Global Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading projects throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept initiation through development and implementation. You will establish governance structures, coordinate timelines and resources, manage risks and budgets, facilitate milestone reviews, and ensure transparent communication across all stakeholders. /p pWe are looking for an experienced project management professional with a strong background in bAssay Development and Software Engineering /b. The ideal candidate combines scientific understanding with structured project leadership and brings proven experience operating in both Agile (SAFe) and Waterfall environments. /p pThis is an excellent opportunity to work within a globally recognized healthcare organization and contribute directly to the development of innovative diagnostic solutions that improve patient outcomes around the world. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 h3Project Leadership Delivery (70%) /h3 ul liEstablish and implement project structures for product development and product care activities. /li liDevelop, maintain, and monitor integrated project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. /li liEnsure alignment across scientific, software engineering, and functional teams. /li liCoordinate project activities from concept development through completion. /li liFacilitate milestone reviews, governance meetings, and decision-making processes. /li liMonitor project progress and proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and bottlenecks. /li liConduct critical path analyses and scenario planning to support effective decision-making. /li liSupport budget planning, cost control, and resource forecasting activities. /li liProvide transparent and timely project reporting to stakeholders and leadership. /li liAct as a trusted advisor to project teams and functional partners. /li /ul h3Agile Continuous Improvement (30%) /h3 ul liSelect, implement, and coach teams on appropriate project methodologies. /li liSupport Agile delivery practices within SAFe and Hybrid environments. /li liFacilitate cross-functional collaboration and organizational alignment. /li liDefine, track, and report project KPIs, OKRs, and performance metrics. /li liDrive continuous improvement initiatives across project management practices. /li liShare best practices, lessons learned, and project management standards across teams. /li liSupport portfolio-level planning, prioritization, and strategic decision-making activities. /li /ul h3Your Profile /h3 ul liBachelor's degree or higher in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Diagnostics, or a related technical field. /li liMinimum 3 to 5 years of project management experience within product development, RD, diagnostics, medical devices, healthcare technology, or related industries. /li liProven experience in Assay Development. /li liStrong background and practical experience working with Software Engineering teams. /li liDemonstrated expertise in both Waterfall and Agile project delivery methods, including SAFe or Hybrid environments. /li liExperience establishing and maintaining project plans, timelines, budgets, resource allocations, dependencies, and governance structures. /li liHands-on experience using project management tools such as Azure DevOps, Monday.com, Planisware, Jira, or comparable platforms. /li liStrong project risk management, critical path analysis, and scenario-planning capabilities. /li liAbility to coordinate and influence multidisciplinary global teams without direct reporting responsibility. /li liExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills. /li liStrong presentation, facilitation, and workshop-moderation skills. /li liFluent English, written and spoken. /li /ul h3Nice to Have /h3 ul liExperience within Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare Technology industries. /li liPrevious experience serving as Agile Program Manager within SAFe environments. /li liKnowledge of portfolio management and product lifecycle management processes. /li liExperience supporting software-enabled diagnostic products. /li liUnderstanding of regulatory and quality-controlled development environments. /li liSolid German language skills. /li liExperience working with global and geographically distributed teams. /li liAdvanced certifications such as PMP, Prince2, AgilePM, SAFe, or Scrum-related qualifications. /li /ul h3General Information /h3 ul liStart Date: /li liLatest Start Date: /li liDuration: 12 Months /li liExtension: Very likely /li liWorkload: 100% /li liLocation: Zurich Area /li liRemote Work: Up to 2 days per week /li liWorking Hours: Standard business hours /li liTravel: Europe-wide travel 2 to 3 times per year (primarily Spain) /li /ul p#LI-KK1 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr