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The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche!

As part of Pharma Technical Development (PTD) our organization is committed to deliver the Pharma ambitions by bringing game-changing therapies from clinical phase I into the market to serve every patient, every day. Our core business is to develop safe, innovative and effective drugs using cutting edge technologies for manufacturing process (Drug Substance and Drug Product), clinical supply, formulation, device, packaging, and analytical development.

As an integrated partner within the drug development ecosystem, Global Biologics Pharmaceutical Development is dedicated to effectively developing innovative and patient-centered parenteral drug products including Formulation Development and Drug Delivery Systems.

The Opportunity

The US and EU Pharmaceutical Development organizations lead in developing parenteral drug products. The Heads oversee teams of over 55 experts, ensuring products meet commercial and patient needs on time. Collaboration is key, aligning strategies between regions for smooth program and technology transfers, with consistent materials and regulatory submissions.

• Lead the EU Global Pharmaceutical Development department, ensuring effective project prioritization, resource allocation, and embracing lean practices and continuous improvement. Represent the function in stakeholder interactions and focus on global harmonization

• Lead chapters of 10-12 experts in developing parenteral drug products, ensuring stable result delivery through efficient team structures

• Provide strategic leadership for pharmaceutical development, supporting clinical studies and commercial launches. Develop robust formulations and processes in collaboration with relevant teams

• Drive innovation by implementing new technologies and collaborating globally to develop advanced drug delivery approaches

• Foster an agile, lean, and innovative culture, encouraging smart risk-taking. Develop staff through coaching, performance management, and career development, and contribute to the PTD business strategy

Who you are

You hold a PhD in a relevant scientific field or equivalent work experience, with over 10 years in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing on parenteral drug product development up to product launch. In addition, you bring:

• Strong leadership skills with over 5 years of people management experience, known for leading multidisciplinary teams and contributing to project and organizational decisions

• Comprehensive technical expertise in pharmaceutical development, capable of overseeing end-to-end formulation development and regulatory submissions, with a solid understanding of regulatory guidelines and industry practices

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, capable of conveying complex technical topics and building productive relationships across functions

• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement, lead innovation, think strategically, manage budgets, and develop high-performing teams. Embraces LEAN principles and willingness to travel approximately 10% nationally and internationally

Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.