(Senior) R&D Project Manager (f/m/d)

Are you passionate about advancing pharmaceutical innovation and making an impact on patients' lives? Our client – a financially stable, privately held pharmaceutical company with a start-up spirit – is looking for a hands-on and versatile R&D Project Manager (f/m/d). With a flat hierarchy and a collaborative culture, the company focuses on niche indications and develops both generics and innovative therapies, including biotech-enhanced drug-device combinations. In this role, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end development projects – from early-stage concepts through preclinical and clinical phases to regulatory submission.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute regulatory, preclinical, and clinical strategies (EU & US focus)
• Coordinate external manufacturers, CROs, consultants, and suppliers across Europe
• Organize workshops, moderate expert discussions, and develop market-entry strategies
• Create and manage documentation (meeting minutes, regulatory files, scientific data)
• Bridge scientific, operational, and strategic aspects of product development
• Serve as the central point of contact between internal stakeholders and external collaborators
• Report to senior leadership and align with the company’s strategic goals

Qualifications

• Degree in life sciences (Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry – cross-disciplinary collaboration experience is a plus
• Experience across drug development phases: preclinical, clinical, registration
• Ability to read and apply guidelines with scientific rigor and business acumen
• Excellent communication skills, especially in cross-functional and multicultural environments
• Fluent in English (written & spoken); German is not required
• Proficient with MS Project, SharePoint, and Office365
• Hands-on, adaptable, and self-driven personality with a strategic mindset

The offer

• Remuneration: EUR 63,000 gross annual salary plus performance-based bonus with willingness to overpay
• A dynamic, flexible environment fostering professional and personal growth
• Benefits include flexible hours, home office, team events & personalized benefits
• Opportunities for coaching, training, and career development
• A visible role in a fast-moving, high-impact environment

We seek and contact candidates regardless of their gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnic background, or religion. If you are interested in this challenging position, please forward your CV to Viktoria Kaufmann quoting reference number E5172 to jobs2@eblinger.at

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