Associate CMC Project Manager

Bachem; Bubendorf; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Flexible hours

Home office

Extra vacation days

Daycare on campus

Pension plan + coverage

Discount platform

Free sports

Job summary

Bachem in Bubendorf seeks an Associate CMC Project Manager to coordinate customer and internal R&D projects, leading cross-functional teams. You will ensure on-time, within-scope delivery and act as primary contact for project-related questions and coordination.

The role emphasizes ownership, documentation, and proactive risk management, with opportunities to advance toward senior PM responsibilities in a dynamic biotech setting.

Qualifications

• BSc with 3+ years in biopharma/pharma/CDMO/chemical industry; or MSc with 1+ year experience.
• Customer-facing project management experience preferred.
• Exposure to GMP-regulated environment is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in English (C1); German language skills are an advantage for Bubendorf site.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage customer and internal R&D projects with cross-functional teams of 3-10 members.
• Ensure project deliverables are achieved on time, within scope, and in line with customer agreements and contracts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related questions, issues, and coordination activities.
• Drive ownership and accountability for all project deliverables across the project team.
• Structure, coordinate, and monitor project activities using established tools, systems, and processes.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, action lists, and project plans.
• Facilitate effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively identify risks, challenges, and mitigation measures to support project success.
• Support continuous process improvements and contribute to project management best practices.
• Develop towards a leading project management role with increasing responsibility.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Time management

English proficiency

German language (advantage)

Team orientation

Problem solving

Education

BSc or equivalent with 3+ years in biopharma/pharma/CDMO/chemical industry; or MSc with 1+ year

Job description

To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly looking for highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in the Global Project Management department, we are looking for a dedicated "Associate CMC Project Manager" (a), 100%

Your Tasks:

• Coordinate and manage customer and internal R&D projects with cross-functional teams of 3-10 members.
• Ensure project deliverables are achieved on time, within scope, and in line with customer agreements and contracts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related questions, issues, and coordination activities.
• Drive ownership and accountability for all project deliverables across the project team.
• Structure, coordinate, and monitor project activities using established tools, systems, and processes.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, action lists, and project plans.
• Facilitate effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively identify risks, challenges, and mitigation measures to support project success.
• Support continuous process improvements and contribute to project management best practices.
• Develop towards a leading project management role with increasing responsibility.

Your Profile:

• BSc or equivalent with at least 3 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, CDMO, or chemical industry; or MSc or equivalent with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Customer-facing project management experience is preferred.
• Exposure to a GMP-regulated environment is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in English (minimum C1 level).
• German language skills are an advantage (Bubendorf site).
• Team-oriented personality with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
• Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
• Company-run daycare center on the Bachem Campus in Bubendorf
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
• Access to benefits platforms with discounts from external partners
• A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus