Clinical Director/Lead – Switzerland

Planet Pharma; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 220,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Switzerland seeks a Clinical Director/Lead to oversee clinical operations, drive global trial programs, and ensure excellence from early development through post-approval activities. The role requires 15+ years in clinical development, leadership of cross-functional teams, budget oversight, regulatory interactions, and CRO management.

English fluency and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Clinical Development, including global/regional trial portfolios.
• Expertise in clinical operations, trial management, budget oversight, and regulatory interactions.
• Excellent stakeholder management with internal and external partners.
• Solid understanding of ICH GCP and global regulatory standards.
• Experience with outsourced models, CRO oversight and collaborators.
• Background in rare diseases or autoimmune conditions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations and drive management of global trial programs.
• Lead cross-functional teams across development, operations and regulatory.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, quality systems, and budget stewardship.
• Manage CROs and external collaborators to meet milestones and quality goals.
• Help shape strategic direction of development programs and lifecycle plans.

Skills

Leadership

Trial management

Budget oversight

Regulatory interactions

Stakeholder management

ICH GCP

CRO management

Global trial management

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Medical/Biomedical/Pharmacology/Related

Job description

Join Our Team as a Clinical Director/Lead - Switzerland

Are you a seasoned clinical development professional ready to lead groundbreaking therapies and shape the future of healthcare? We are seeking a dynamic Clinical Director/Lead to oversee and drive clinical operations in Switzerland. This pivotal role places you at the heart of our innovative projects, guiding cross-functional teams, managing complex trials, and ensuring operational excellence from early development through post-approval activities. If you're passionate about leading teams, strategizing clinical development, and making a tangible impact in the biotech industry, this is your opportunity to thrive with a forward-thinking organization.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven leadership experience with at least 15 years in Clinical Development, including managing global or regional trial portfolios.
• Strong expertise in clinical operations, including trial management, budget oversight, and regulatory interactions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships.
• Solid understanding of global drug development strategies and regulatory requirements, including ICH GCP guidelines.
• Exceptional organizational skills, capable of handling multiple projects with precision and strategic oversight.
• Fluency in English, with outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven experience working with outsourced models, overseeing CROs and collaborators.
• A background in rare diseases or auto-immune conditions is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Medical, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Veterinary, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of ICH GCP and other regulatory standards.
• Prior experience in leadership roles within biotech or pharmaceutical industries.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel as needed for clinical site visits, meetings, and regulatory inspections.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team environment.

Take the next step in your leadership journey and become a key driver of clinical success in Switzerland. If you're ready to influence global drug development strategies and advance your career in a stimulating environment,