Description
### Together, we innovate, we impact, we grow ###
At **Debiopharm,** we develop innovative therapies that change patients' lives - and our Digital & IT team is the engine that keeps our science moving. We're looking for an **experienced IT Project Manager **to join us on a contract basis and drive the delivery of projects that translate our Digital & IT roadmap into business value across R&D, Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, and Quality.
If you thrive at the intersection of technology, business, and regulated environments - we would like to get in touch.
### IT Project Manager (Contractor 12 Months) ###
Lausanne, Switzerland · Hybrid · 12 Months · Contractor role
### What you'll do ###
* Own the delivery of multiple IT projects end-to-end - on time, on budget, on scope - using the right approach (waterfall, agile, or hybrid) for each engagement
* Partner with business stakeholders to capture needs, challenge assumptions, and shape pragmatic solutions
* Coordinate internal teams, vendors, and consultants; manage risks, dependencies, and change with a steady hand
* Ensure quality and compliance - proper validation, documentation, and clean handover to operations, in line with GxP, CSV, GAMP 5
* Contribute to the broader portfolio - prioritization, capacity planning, reporting, and continuous improvement of our PM standards and tooling (MS Planner, Azure DevOps)
* Facilitate meetings, workshops, reviews, and steering forums with confidence, structure and clarity
### What you bring ###
* 5+ years managing IT projects, ideally in pharma, life sciences, or another regulated industry
* University degree in IT, Engineering, or equivalent
* Working knowledge of **CSV / GAMP 5** and IT Systems Lifecycle
* Hands-on experience with** both waterfall and agile/hybrid** delivery
* Proficiency with **MS Planner Premium** (or similar) and **Azure DevOps** (or equivalent), Planisware Orchestra is a plus
* Strong business analysis skills - requirements gathering, process mapping, solution design
* Excellent **written and spoken English; French is a strong asset **
* Exposure to pharmaceutical R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, or Quality domains is a plus
### Who you are ###
* Autonomous, structured, resilient - you keep teams steady through every phase
* A strong communicator who can move fluidly from technical detail to executive summary
* Problem solver helping teams navigate unclarity and push through challenges with clear next steps
* Curious, service-minded, and detail-oriented - comfortable challenging stakeholders constructively
* Cool under pressure, with an eye on the bigger picture even when things get busy
### What we Offer: ###
* Being part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact aren-t just values - they-re how we work every day
* Partner with teams across disciplines, at the forefront of oncology and anti-infective development
* An inclusive and respectful workplace - proud to be Equal-Pay certified
* Grow in a culture that values people, purpose, and performance
* A chance to grow, share, and shape the future of healthcare
### What to Expect in the Recruitment Process: ###
If your application is selected, you-ll be invited to interviews with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager via Teams, followed by a panel interview and reference checks. Communication is handled via Workable-check your spam folder for emails from \*@outbound.workable.com.
Please contact our HR Department prior to submitting any profiles. We cannot accept unsolicited applications from agencies or recruiters.