QA Manager (Drug Product Clinical Manufacturing)

For one of our clients, a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals, we are currently looking for a QA Manager - Drug Product Clinical Manufacturing.

General Information:

• Start Date: 01.02.2026
• Latest Possible Start Date: 01.03.2026
• Planned Employment Duration: 12 months contract with the possibility of extension
• Workplace: Basel
• Workload: 100%
• Home Office: possible, 20%, on-site presence required
• Team: 10 People
• Department: IMP Quality Operations Basel & Kau (MMQEB)
• Working Hours: Standard

About the job:

The Synthetic Molecules IMP Quality Group is responsible for quality oversight of the Synthetic Molecules Drug Substance and Drug Product facilities, as well as the associated quality control. As an employee of the IMP Quality Organisation Switzerland, you will ensure compliance with and continuous improvement of GMP compliance at the Drug Product IMP production facility in Basel.

The ideal candidate:

Holds a Master's degree in Natural Sciences and has more than 10 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including at least 5 years in quality assurance. The individual has knowledge of cGMP and quality requirements for clinical development phases, as well as a proven track record of successful inspections. Strong computer skills and fluency in German and English complete the profile.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Review of Drug Product Batch Records, in collaboration with the relevant departments Conducting IMP Drug Product Release
• Review and release of documents such as: specifications, risk assessments, deviation reports, and change control records.
• Review and approval of cleaning protocols and reports
• Support of supervised departments with GMP-related issues
• Conducting self-inspections

Must-haves:

• Completed degree in a natural science, at least at Master's level
• At least 10 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including at least 5 years in quality assurance
• Knowledge of cGMP and quality requirements for clinical development phases
• Proven success in inspections by health authorities and internal GMP audits
• Good IT skills (MS Office) – especially experience with SAP and other quality management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault)
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.

Nice to have:

• Professional experience in pharmaceutical development (synthetic molecules, drug products).

Sounds interesting? Apply Now! We look forward to receiving your application.

Application Submission Deadline: 12.01.2026