Associate Director, Technology Transfer (Aseptic Fill & Finish)

Location: Stein, AG, Switzerland; fully site-based. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.

Company

hirify.global is a global life sciences and contract development and manufacturing organization with more than 30 sites across five continents.

What you will do

• Lead complex commercial drug product technology transfers from new product introduction through process qualification, regulatory filing, inspections, and first commercial launch.
• Act as the global subject matter expert for process technology transfer and define technical strategies across sites and product lifecycles.
• Lead process setup, scale-up, implementation, and on-site technical support at GMP drug product manufacturing sites.
• Own process implementation, control strategies, validation documentation, and review of regulatory filing dossier modules.
• Drive GMP change management, change controls, product and process deviation resolution, and CAPA implementation.
• Serve as the technical authority and primary manufacturing contact for internal and customer project teams.

Requirements

• Industry expertise in biotech, pharmaceutical, or CDMO environments, with strong drug product development and technology transfer experience.
• Experience with aseptic fill and finish processes, such as lyophilization and prefilled syringes.
• Deep knowledge of GMP, regulatory, and CMC requirements, with experience translating strategy into manufacturing execution.
• Ability to lead complex cross-site manufacturing strategies, resolve high-impact technical challenges, and influence senior stakeholders.
• University degree in Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field; PhD preferred.
• Fluent English required; German is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile career environment and dynamic work culture.
• Inclusive and ethical workplace focused on collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity.
• Performance-oriented compensation programs and competitive salary.
• Lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits.