Development Operations Manager (ATMP) (Geneva, CH | 80%-100% FTE | Hybrid/Remote Possible)

About the Company

• Release Therapeutics SA is a Switzerland-based biotechnology company developing an Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) program in the CNS and beyond. We operate with a very lean internal team and a strong network of expert external partners (CROs, CDMOs, regulatory and quality consultants, academic collaborators). The Opportunity
• We are hiring a hands-on Development Operations Manager to ensure a seamless execution across the development program(s): orchestrating stakeholders, keeping plans on track, anticipating risks, and making sure the right information flows at the right time. You will sit at the center of cross-functional activities spanning CMC, non-clinical, quality and regulatory readiness, supporting the team through key preclinical-to-clinical transition steps. We value intellectual curiosity and a solution-oriented mindset. What You Will Do
• Program & stakeholder execution
• Own the “day-to-day” operational engine: integrated planning, tracking, and delivery across internal and external workstreams (CMC, non-clinical, quality, regulatory, clinical prep). Run project governance: agendas, minutes, action registers, decision logs, and clear follow-ups across dispersed stakeholders. Source and evaluate external partners, including RFP coordination and comparative assessments Drive vendor/partner management: scope alignment, timelines, deliverables, budget follow-up, issue escalation, and change control. Act as a self-starter who can quickly synthesize complex technical data and regulatory

REQUIREMENTS

into actionable project plans with minimal supervision. Regulatory-facing coordination (ATMP context) Coordinate regulatory stakeholders and inputs (e. , regulatory consultants, quality leads, clinical experts) to ensure readiness for key interactions and sub

MISSIONS

(scientific advice, briefing packages, documentation planning). Maintain a pragmatic “regulatory lens” on plans: ensure activities generate the right evidence and documentation, in the right format, at the right time (traceability, version control, inspection-ready mindset). Support alignment across ATMP-relevant topics (e. , CMC/quality strategy, product characterization, comparability thinking, vendor

QUALIFICATIONS

expectations), working closely with scientific leadership and external experts. Operational excellence

• Build and maintain simple, robust operating systems: dashboards, KPIs, risk registers, document repositories, SOP-lite processes that fit a small company. Proactively identify bottlenecks and propose solutions (resourcing, sequencing, outsourcing, decision points). Support internal coordination with flexibility for remote work as needed. What We Are Looking For
• You’re veryrigourous and disciplined, structured, calm under pressure, and excellent at alignment, follow-through, and expectation management. MSc (or equivalent) in engineering/bioengineering, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences or a related technical discipline; PhD/PharmD is a plus. Proven hands-on project/operations management in biotech/pharma/ATMP/medical product development; strong track record coordinating multi-stakeholder programs. Excellent learning agility: The ability to rapidly pivot between technical disciplines and master new regulatory frameworks as the programs evolve. Strong written and verbal communication skills Fluency in development “language”: You can confidently engage with CMC, non-clinical, quality and regulatory experts and translate between them. Languages: Fluent English (required); French is a plus. Workload: 80%-100% FTE (4–5 days/week). What

WE OFFER

A high-ownership role at the center of a lean program, with direct impact on key milestones. Close collaboration with senior scientific leadership and a network of top-tier external partners (Research Institute/CRO/CDMO/regulatory/quality). A chance to build and run the operating system (governance, dashboards, risk management) that enables efficient execution in a small company. A pragmatic, high-trust working culture focused on execution and scientific integrity

• Hybrid/remote flexibility with a Geneva office base; 80%-100% FTE. Equity participation. To Apply:Please send the following to the Hiring Manager with the following subject line:Development Operations Manager (ATMP) Attach:your CV in PDFa short note (max ½ page in PDF) highlighting relevant project/ops leadership and stakeholder management experience. We take

APPLICATION

s seriously: if you match the profile and include the requested documents, you can expect to hear back from us.