For a stealth biotech in Switzerland
Tasks
- Lead overall non-clinical development strategy for an antibody program from development candidate (DC) to IND approval
- Direct and oversee CMC, non-clinical safety, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and toxicology studies.
- Manage and build relationships with global CROs and CDMOs, including Europe- and China-based partners.
- Ensure effective outsourcing strategies, vendor qualification, contract negotiations, and long-term partnerships.
- Drive effective program timelines, resource allocation, and strong project management execution.
- Manage regulatory requirements in US, EU, and Australia for non-clinical packages.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in project management in small to medium biotech or pharmaceutical organizations, >15 years preferred
- >5 years Experience in biologics non-clinical development and CMC
- Minimum 2 previous programs taken from DC to IND approval
- Proven experience managing CROs and CDMOs in the EU and China
- Strong project management background with demonstrated ability to deliver results on-time and within scope.
- Strongly independent, can-do attitude, detail oriented, striving for maximum quality, speed and cost efficiency.
- Willing to travel 25% of the time in the EU, US, and China
- Fluency in Chinese a strong plus
- Valid work authorization in Switzerland
- 100% Workload only
- Immediately or January/2026 start
Benefits
- Startup team with daily direct access to the executive team
- Competitive compensation with stock option plan
- Flexible working hours and location