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Government AdministrationBern, Switzerland201-500 Employees
Swissmedic functions as Switzerland's national authority for the authorization and supervision of medicines and medical devices. It ensures that products on the Swiss market meet standards of quality, safety, and efficacy, contributing to the protection of human and animal health. The agency is based in Bern and operates as part of the government administration, with a workforce described as mid-sized. Its mandate includes the ongoing oversight of medical products throughout their lifecycle in Switzerland. In 2026, Swissmedic launched a FAST-Track pilot aimed at accelerating the review of clinical trials while upholding stringent safeguards.