Project Manager: Technology Transfer & Process Development (m|f|d)

Location: Bergisch Gladbach, de

Company Description

For more than 35 years, we have been developing cutting-edge science and technology to empower biomedical research and personalized medicine. We combine excellence from more than 60 disciplines in natural sciences, engineering, and informatics to make a significant contribution to biomedical sciences. We encourage a creative working environment driven by pioneering spirit – to seek new horizons – boldly envisioning the future and turning it into reality. Today, more than 5,000 experts from over 75 countries contribute to our sustainable success. 

Job Description

Your role

As a Project Manager, Technology Transfer & Process Development, you will play a key role in facilitating the successful transfer and advancement of cell therapy manufacturing processes from internal or external partners into development and manufacturing environments. You will be responsible for coordinating cross-functional project activities, driving technology transfer initiatives, and ensuring alignment between scientific, operational, quality, and regulatory stakeholders.

This role is ideally suited for an individual with experience in cell therapy, process development, or biopharmaceutical development who is eager to combine scientific expertise with project leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of technology transfer and process development projects within the cell therapy portfolio.
• Plan, coordinate, and drive technology transfer activities from external customers into Process Development as well as the subsequent transfer of developed processes into GMP manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Process Development, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a key point of contact between internal departments, customers, and external partners to ensure effective communication and project alignment.
• Prepare, review, and maintain project documentation, technology transfer packages, development reports, risk assessments, and other GxP-relevant documentation.
• Present project updates, technical data, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external customers.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.
• Several years of experience in cell therapy, process development, biopharmaceutical development, or a related field.
• Experience supporting or leading technology transfer activities and cross-functional project teams.
• Solid understanding of GMP requirements, process development, and clinical manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication in German and English and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and drive projects to completion.

What You Bring

• A proactive and hands-on mindset with a strong sense of accountability.
• The ability to connect scientific, technical, and operational perspectives.
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work across organizational interfaces.
• A passion for translating innovative cell therapy processes into robust and scalable manufacturing solutions.

Additional Information

What we offer

• Flexible work: Enable time management on your terms
• Diversity: International teams and cross-border intercultural communication
• Room for creativity: It’s the most clever solution that we always strive for
• Health & Sport: We offer a wide range of corporate sports activities and health provision
• Miltenyi University: A clever mind never stops learning, take advantage of our in-house Training Academy

Diversity is the bedrock of our creativity.

Our mission: To innovate treatments and technologies and tackle the world’s most serious health challenges. And that’s why we connect the dots –across various disciplines, linking different perspectives, skills, and abilities.

You and your talent are welcome here in our inclusive and collaborative environment. So come as you are. Regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, ethnicity, religion, or disability.

Become part of our team and focus on pushing the borders of medicine.

Contact us

If you have the skills and qualifications for this position, please use the link to send us your details (application letter, curriculum vitae, references and certificates). Please give us some idea of when you can start and the kind of salary you are looking for.