Head Technology and Data (PTDC-D)

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The Position

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

Pharma Global Technical Operations (PT) is the organization that manufactures and delivers Roche’s groundbreaking therapies to 127 million patients around the world. PT is involved in producing every Roche medicine – from the development process through clinical trials – and continuing to product maturity. Our organization coordinates all aspects of production of Roche medicines in all disease areas and dosage forms.

Pharma Technical Development (PTD) is integral to Roche’s mission to develop innovative and transformative meaningful medicines for patients by applying leading technical expertise to design, develop, supply, and register clinical stage products globally.
Within PTD, Synthetic Molecules Technical Development (PTDC) leverages advanced science and technology to drive the development of synthetic molecules from first-in-human studies through commercialization. Based in Basel, Switzerland, our team of approximately 700 experts works collaboratively to bring our vision to life, delivering impactful solutions that support our mission and uphold our core values.
 

The Opportunity:

In the position as Head of Technology and Data, you will be accountable for consistently and effectively:

• Develop & Execute Technology & Data Strategy – Lead the vision, strategy, and roadmap for technology and data integration across PTDC, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term goals.

• Drive Digital & Operational Excellence – Implement and embed digital solutions, automation, and process innovations to enhance efficiency, compliance, and product quality across development and manufacturing.

• Lead Innovation & Technology Adoption – Identify, evaluate, and integrate new technologies, tools, and methodologies to transform CMC, commercial, and business processes.

• Seamless Integration from Lab to Plant – Ensure the smooth transition of new technologies and processes from early development to clinical and commercial manufacturing, optimizing scale-up and transfer.

• Strategic Project Leadership & Execution – Act as key User-Representative for major investment projects (e.g., SMF), ensuring alignment with PTDC’s aspirations for speed, reliability, and efficiency.

• Enhance Data-Driven Decision Making – Strengthen data accessibility, analytics, and visualization, driving seamless data flow from Lab to Plant to support predictive and adaptive operations.

• Foster Collaboration & External Partnerships – Build strategic alliances with internal stakeholders, external technology developers, industry leaders, and academic institutions to accelerate innovation and execution.

• Leadership & Talent Development – Build, coach, and inspire high-performing, cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and innovation.

Who You Are:

• Significant bio/pharmaceutical professional field experience, including cross-functional team management and extensive end-to-end expertise in pharmaceutical development and clinical & commercial manufacturing 

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a track record of successfully scaling cross functionally digital solutions, including organizational change management and new digital way of working 

• Strong creative leadership skills according to the VACC model (Visionary, Architect, Coach, Catalyst), ability to build forward-looking perspectives and remove obstacles, develop people and technical skills

• Solid experience in deploying & leading innovative initiatives across the organizations and in  generating tangible impact

• Proven track record of ensuring effective knowledge management 

• Strong proficiency in providing technical user inputs to major investments, and in implementing new technologies.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.