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Program Director Digital Transformation & Technology Implementation (m/f/d)

Transform Clinical Trial Operations Through Cutting-Edge Technology Leadership

• Duration: 01.12.2025 to 30.06.2027
• Location: Basel, Switzerland
• Employment Type: Temporary Assignment
• Salary:  CHF 133/h to CHF 170/h
• Job ID: 03686

About Our Client

For our client, a globally leading pharmaceutical corporation headquartered in the Basel Area, we are seeking an experienced Program Director (m/f/d). This organisation stands at the forefront of clinical research and drug development, driving medical innovation through world-class science and technology. With a strong commitment to digital transformation and patient-centric solutions, they are implementing one of the industry's most ambitious technology modernisation programmes in clinical trial data operations.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead strategic program delivery for an $82+ million technology transformation initiative replacing core clinical trial data platforms, ensuring on-time implementation by Q1-Q2 2027
• Provide executive oversight and leadership for a complex matrix organisation comprising 60+ internal team members and multiple external technology partners
• Drive digital transformation ambitions including industry-standard concepts and data foundation frameworks across clinical data operations
• Ensure GXP compliance and quality standards throughout large-scale platform integrations and technology implementations
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and change management for 1000+ end users across the organisation, including training, communications and adoption strategies
• Partner with senior leadership in program governance and steering committees, providing independent strategic guidance on complex implementation challenges
• Oversee technical deliverables and coordinate collaboration between IT services, business functions and external partners to achieve business value and impact

Your Profile

• Extensive experience in large-scale IT program delivery within pharmaceutical, biotech or regulated industries
• Proven track record in enterprise platform implementations involving complex system integrations and data migrations
• Deep expertise in Clinical Data Operations, including processes, current technology landscapes and future-state workflows
• Strong knowledge of GXP system compliance requirements and validation in regulated environments
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing cross-functional teams of 50+ personnel including internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in wide-scale change management across large workforces (500+ employees)
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with proven ability to collaborate with senior leadership and external partners
• Strategic mindset combined with hands-on delivery expertise to translate complex technical challenges into workable solutions

Why Nemensis AG

• Nemensis AG is your specialised personnel recruitment partner in the Life Sciences sector, based in Basel
• Comprehensive consultation and support throughout the application process by our experienced consultants
• Access to an extensive client network and exciting positions in Northwestern Switzerland • Fast and straightforward entry through individual guidance and consultation during the application process

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