Technical Transfer Manager – Medical Devices

Technical Transfer Manager – Medical Devices (m/f/d) 80 - 100%

Shape the Future of Medical Device Manufacturing

Assignment period: 01.10.2026 – 30.09.2027

Location: Basel

Employment type: Temporary position

About Our Client

We are seeking a Technical Transfer Manager – Medical Devices (m/f/d) for our client, an internationally renowned pharmaceutical company celebrated for its innovative medical devices and combination products. This organization holds a leading position in the global life sciences industry, distinguished by its unwavering commitment to quality, technological excellence, and patient-centered solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead technical transfer projects for combination products, medical devices, and secondary packaging across an international manufacturing network.
• Define and implement a cohesive transfer strategy that aligns development activities with site-level operations.
• Serve as the Transfer Team Lead for device and packaging launch initiatives, coordinating cross-functional project teams.
• Support lifecycle management of existing products and oversee the implementation of changes to the device platform.
• Collaborate closely with Device Development, Technical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain.
• Contribute to internal and external audits related to packaging and medical device topics.
• Prepare technical documentation for medical device and combination product registrations, including responses to queries from health authorities.
• Provide input for manufacturing during the design control stages of device development.

Your Profile

• Completed studies (e.g., PhD or engineering degree) in Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, ideally in assembly and packaging, manufacturing science and technology, or technical development.
• Solid understanding of design control documentation such as DHF, DMR, pFMEA, and URS.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, including 21 CFR Part 210/211, 21 CFR Part 4/820, ISO 13485, and related medical device directives.
• Strong project management skills complemented by excellent analytical and technical reporting abilities.
• Effective communicator with intercultural sensitivity, adept at working within a global matrix organization.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

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