QA Project Manager

(m/f/d)

Freelance/temporary employment for a project

Visp

Start date: asap

Reference number: 842508/1

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of QA Project Managers, ensuring alignment with internal and external customer expectations
• Oversee quality deliverables during tech transfer, process validation, and production phases
• Act as escalation point for QA-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and compliance
• Support and guide the team in handling deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and regulatory matters
• Drive risk assessment and resolution processes, ensuring efficient and compliant outcomes
• Provide training, mentoring, and development in quality principles and regulatory standards
• Step in as QA Project Manager for client projects when needed
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Represent QA in cross-functional meetings and support audits (regulatory and customer)
• Collaborate with departments such as MSAT, Engineering, QC, Validation, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing

Profile

• Bachelor-s or Master-s degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Solid experience in Quality Assurance within the life sciences industry
• Proven leadership experience managing direct reports 
• Strong knowledge of GMP, regulatory compliance, and quality systems
• Experience in managing complex projects and customer-facing roles
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure
• Proficiency in QA tools, documentation systems, and data analysis
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are advantageous
• Experience in audit preparation and regulatory inspections is preferred

Benefits

• Strategic leadership role in a global, innovation-driven organization
• Opportunity to shape quality standards and processes across key projects
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional and international teams
• Professional development and training programs