Quality Manager, Innovation Translation Center

vor 3 Monaten


Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

The AO is a medically-guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas. What binds us together is our passion for excellence, our dedication to our mission of improving patient care, and our understanding that we are stronger together: we are one AO.

In close collaboration with trusted industrial partner, universities and in-house institutes, the AO Foundation constantly develops new operation techniques, implant, instruments and clinical solutions under the medical guidance of independent surgeons. The AO is the leading innovator in the surgical treatment of bone fractures and disorders. Innovation at the AO goes from bench to bedside, including basic research and innovation, product development, and clinical validation. The AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC) streamlines and drives innovation projects. As part of the AO ITC, together with Clinical Science, Clinical Operations is the AO's clinical research provider. With about 30 clinical research specialists (project managers, clinical research associates, study assistances, image research associates, medical advisers, medical statisticians, data mangers, medical writers and quality and vendor managers) we produce clinical evidence by the planning and execution of international clinical studies that is highly relevant to current trauma and orthopedics practices for better patient care.
- Employment Type: Permanent- Part-time percentage: 80-100%- This position is located in: Zizers, CH- Experience level: Experienced professional-
**Job Facts**:

- Work location: Zizers /Landquart (1h commute with train from Zürich HB)
- Hybrid work model: 2-3 days/week in the office required

**Main Requirements**:
Education
- BSc preferably in natural science or similar
- Education as "Qualitätsmanagement Beauftragter TüV" or similar

Job specification
- Ability to develop and manage a quality management system in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Knowledgeable about ICH E6 and ISO 14155 and regulatory requirements (Swiss, and basic knowledge about EU, USA)
- Ability to scout for regulatory updates and updates of ICH guidelines and ISO standards
- Ability to work both, independently and in a team and to communicate effectively
- Proficiency using MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a document management system and/or to use other QMS IT systems
- Strong written and oral communication skills in German and English
- Ability to perform internal Quality Control of projects
- Preferably ability to perform Audits internal and external (if trained to do so)
- Teaching skills to train employees and vendors on QMS and regulatory updates

**Main Responsibilities**:
In general (QMS)
- Maintenance, implementation, inspection, and continuous improvement of AO ITC Clinical Evidence quality management system
- Ensure alignment of the top management with the QMS (business requirements in accordance with relevant regulations)
- Review, revise and maintain quality documents vs. ISO 9001 standards (ie ISO 14155), ICH guidelines and applicable regulations
- Develop new processes in collaboration with process owner and provide expertise for process development and documentation

In general (regulatory compliance)
- Scout for new and/or revised regulations (Switzerland, EU, USA, any other country as required based on operational activities)
- Scout for new and/or revised standards and norms (ISO, ICH)

Education of employees
- Ensure compliant introduction of new employees in collaboration with the AO HR and the assigned line manager
- Ensure (and perform) adequate training (introduction and continuous) in the QMS, regulations and guidelines
- Ensure the Function and Competency profiles are in line with the QMS and organizational chart(s) of the organization
- Ensure documentation of external and internal continuous education of the employees in accordance with the QMS
- Ensure the CVs of the employees are available in accordance with the QMS
- Ensure the specific needs as defined in the AO ITC Clinical Evidence QMS are aligned with the AO Foundation HR
- Ensure correct hand-over and documentation for leaving employees (in alignment with the AO Foundation HR)

External collaborators (vendors)
- Support Manager Clinical Services in ensuring adequate training of contracted staff (vendors)
- Support Manager Clinical Services in quality control and quality assurance activities of contracted staff (vendors)

Quality control and quality assurance
- Plan, execute and follow-up internal quality control activities (internal project audits) according to the QMS
- Plan, execute (if competent) and follow-up audits of investigation sites and vendors (in collaboration with the M


  • Quality Manager

    vor 4 Monaten


    Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    The AO is a medically-guided, not-for-profit organisation, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organisation specialising in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We have a global network of over 520,000 health care professionals. Each year we offer over 870 educational events...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager Medical Writing to join our team at the AO Foundation. As a key member of our Innovation Translation Center (ITC), you will play a crucial role in boosting medical writing for Clinical Evidence and serving as a prominent face for surgeons.Main ResponsibilitiesTeam ManagementTeam...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    The AO is a medically guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short Description   We are looking for an experienced professional,  able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC).     Main Responsibilities   Team Management Team Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with two direct reports. Resource management...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short Description We are looking for an experienced professional,  able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and a being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC). Main Responsibilities Team Management Team Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with 2 two direct reports. Resource management overseeing...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced professional, able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC).Main ResponsibilitiesTeam ManagementTeam Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with two direct reports. Resource management overseeing distribution of...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short Description   We are looking for an experienced professional,  able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC).     Main Responsibilities   Team Management Team Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with two direct reports. Resource...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short Description We are looking for an experienced professional,  able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and a being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC). Main Responsibilities Team Management Team Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with 2 two direct reports. Resource management overseeing...


  • Zizers GR, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Short Description We are looking for an experienced professional, able to boost medical writing for Clinical Evidence and being a prominent face for surgeons in our Innovation Translation Center (ITC). Main Responsibilities Team Management Team Leadership: Strategize medical writing team with two direct reports. Resource management...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About AO FoundationThe AO Foundation is a leading global network of surgeons and medical professionals dedicated to improving patient care through education, innovation, and research. Our organization is built on a passion for excellence, a commitment to our mission, and a strong sense of community.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager Medical Writing to join our team at the AO Foundation. As a key member of our Clinical Operations department, you will be responsible for leading our medical writing team and driving the development of high-quality clinical evidence.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the medical writing team, providing...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Project Manager Medical Writing Lead at the AO Foundation. As a key member of our Clinical Evidence team, you will be responsible for leading the development of high-quality medical content for our stakeholders.Main ResponsibilitiesTeam LeadershipStrategize and manage a...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Education & Learning Solutions Program/Product Owner to join our dynamic team at the AO Foundation, focusing on the development and lifecycle management of educational programs and products.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage medical educational programs and products, ensuring alignment with goals and market...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About AO FoundationThe AO Foundation is a leading global network of surgeons and a world-renowned education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders.We are a diverse team of professionals from various backgrounds, united by our passion for excellence and our commitment to improving...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Job Title: Community Development Manager for Europe and Southern AfricaThe AO Foundation is a leading global network of surgeons and a world-renowned education, innovation, and research organization. We are seeking a highly skilled Community Development Manager to join our team in Europe and Southern Africa.Job Responsibilities:Develop and implement...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    About AO FoundationThe AO Foundation is a leading global network of surgeons and medical professionals dedicated to improving patient care through education, innovation, and research. Our organization is built on a passion for excellence, a commitment to our mission, and a strong sense of community.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced...


  • Zizers, Graubünden, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Community Development Manager to join our team in Europe and Southern Africa. As a key member of our regional team, you will be responsible for implementing initiatives and programs in the area of Community Development, providing input and best practices to our central team, and managing our regional...


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    The AO is a medically-guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas....


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    The AO is a medically guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas....


  • Zizers, Schweiz AO Foundation Vollzeit

    The AO is a medically-guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and...