Stellenbeschreibung

CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by its promise to save lives. In Bern more than 1500 employees develop and deliver life-saving therapies to treat people with rare and serious medical conditions worldwide.

For our location in Bern, we are looking for a

Project Manager (R&D Global Project management)

The purpose of this position is to lead a single project and/or multiple sub-projects within a program/portfolio, from initiation and planning, through to execution, monitoring and closure. The role will be based at CSL Behring’s Bern site and will report to the Director, Bern EP/CMC Project Management Site Head.

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Working closely with and under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager of the program, this position will:

• Lead a local project team and/or subteams and actively participate in associated team meetings including expert teams.


• Develop and manage the scope, budget and timelines of the team associated activities.


• Contribute to the project strategy including the evaluation of alternative development scenarios.


• Provide input into business planning processes to drive value within the portfolio.


• Oversee and facilitate collaboration with external partners to integrate services, technologies and capabilities.


• Manage operational aspects of third party alliances ensuring contractual obligations are adhered to.


• Be involved in project-related commercial licensing/partnering/intellectual property activities.


• Secure functional resources for the project team.


• Actively participate in new processes and process improvement initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project Management function or the R&D division.

Qualifications & Experience:

• An advanced degree in Life Science or Engineering.


• PMP certification, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent would be considered advantageous.


• 3+ years’ experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry (or where relevant a biomedical research organisation) in drug development.


• 1+ years’ experience in project management, in initiation, planning, execution, monitor/control and closeout.


• Experience in the development of immunoglobulins and/or human plasma products would be a strong asset


• Knowledge in the drug development and manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals (CMC, Non-Clinical, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs).


• Experience working in global cross functional project teams in a matrix management environment.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a positive and constructive attitude and the ability to build effective relationships and teams. Negotiation and influential skills advantageous.


• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively deliver project information and development strategies.


• An easy and flexible manner when dealing with all levels of management.

We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Applications must include a motivation letter and CV, as well as letters of references and copies of relevant transcripts and/or diplomas in the original language. Please include all these in one document together with the CV.

CSL Behring is committed to provide equal employment opportunity for all.