Global Head Drug Product Development & Technology — Siegfried
CHF 99'500 - 169'500
Siegfried · Zofingen (AG)
- Location
- Zofingen
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 44 days ago
SalaryCHF 99'500 - 169'500
Role overview
Expect to grow", personally and professionally: At Siegfried, we offer exciting challenges and ample opportunities to showcase your talents.
As a trusted and respected partner to the pharmaceutical industry, we uphold the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability, while fostering a culture that empowers you to thrive.
Join a rapidly expanding global company, where diverse perspectives and experiences come together in a collaborative environment.
- Expect to grow", personally and professionally: At Siegfried, we offer exciting challenges and ample opportunities to showcase your talents.
- As a trusted and respected partner to the pharmaceutical industry, we uphold the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability, while fostering a culture that empowers you to thrive.
- In that role, you will
- Lead and manage the global Drug Product Development & Technologies function , with oversight of pharmaceutical development, characterization capabilities, and development project execution from preclinical development through Phase III and commercialization .
Key requirements
- In that role, you will
- Lead and manage the global Drug Product Development & Technologies function , with oversight of pharmaceutical development, characterization capabilities, and development project execution from preclinical development through Phase III and commercialization .
- Lead the inquiry-to-offer process for new client development requests, ensuring high-quality, scientifically robust and competitive development proposals through strong technological evaluation and efficient decision making.
- Oversee the multi-site execution of Siegfried’s global development project portfolio , ensuring scientific excellence, timely execution, and strong customer outcomes.
- Monitor scientific and technology trends to identify emerging formulation technologies, services, and development opportunities.
- Strengthen Siegfried’s reputation as a leading Drug Product Development partner for pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
- Develop and maintain global DP technology roadmaps across development phases, sites, and dosage forms.
- Collaborate closely with key internal stakeholders including Business Development & Sales, manufacturing sites, and other global functions .
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing global team , attracting and nurturing top scientific talent. Technical profile
- Pharmacist or equivalent scientific background; PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology preferred
- Deep expertise in oral solid dosage form (OSD) and parenteral development is essential , including experience with complex formulations (e.g., BCS Class II/III compounds, amorphous solid dispersions)
- Proven track record of advancing OSD and/or parenteral programs from early development through clinical phases to commercialization
Company and context
- Your Role: In this newly created role, you will lead the global Drug Product (DP) Development organization and further strengthen Siegfried’s pharmaceutical development capabilities.
- You will drive the advancement of Siegfried’s DP technologies and development project performance across all clinical phases.
- You will ensure best-in-class pharmaceutical R&D processes covering multiple dosage forms, including oral solid dosage forms, parenterals, inhalables, and ophthalmics.
- The role includes evaluating new customer development requests for formulation and process development, overseeing execution of development programs, and ensuring successful transfer to GMP manufacturing.
- In addition, you will build and expand the organization’s capabilities by attracting, developing, and mentoring top DP development talent across sites.
- Experience working effectively in complex matrix organizations
- Ability to influence stakeholders in multi-site environments with indirect reporting structures Your Benefits: At Siegfried, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll discover a place where your impact matters, your growth is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported. Professional Growth & Impact
- You'll find a dynamic, international environment with room to take ownership and make a long term sustainable impact.
- You'll be able to build and shape the function
- Through your impact and Individual development solutions you'll grow personally and professionally at a fast pace.
Additional details
- Your Profile: In that role, you will
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing global team , attracting and nurturing top scientific talent.
- Pharmacist or equivalent scientific background; PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology preferred
- Ability to influence stakeholders in multi-site environments with indirect reporting structures Your Benefits: At Siegfried, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll discover a place where your impact matters, your growth is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported. Professional Growth & Impact
- You'll collaborate with an experienced, passionate teams that values excellence, quality and continuous learning. Attractive Compensation & Incentives
Notes and original content
- Technical profile
- Pharmacist or equivalent scientific background;
- PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology preferred
- Ability to influence stakeholders in multi-site environments with indirect reporting structures Your Benefits: At Siegfried, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll discover a place where your impact matters, your growth is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.
- Professional Growth & Impact
- You'll collaborate with an experienced, passionate teams that values excellence, quality and continuous learning.
- Attractive Compensation & Incentives
