About the role

  • Director, IT Quality Compliance at Bicara Therapeutics ensuring IT systems comply with global regulations and GxP standards. Leading teams to maintain quality management and risk assessment strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of IT quality and compliance strategies aligned with enterprise risk and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee IT governance, risk assessments, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GxP, SOX, GDPR, and related regulations.
  • Manage computer system validation activities, including initial validation, change control, and periodic reviews.
  • Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and RFI responses across global regions.
  • Maintain and enhance the IT Quality Management System (QMS), including controlled documents such as policies, SOPs, work instructions, and templates.
  • Co-own and manage the Software Life Cycle (SLC) methodology; provide training on SLC processes and deliverables.
  • Define and report on KPIs related to IT compliance, risk, and audit readiness.
  • Collaborate with all departments to ensure cross-functional compliance.
  • Lead the development of a risk-based validation methodology and a harmonized Software Life Cycle (SLC) framework across IT systems.
  • Define and tailor validation approaches for emerging technologies such as AI, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics, ensuring scalability and regulatory compliance.
  • Implement standardized tools for computer systems validation to improve efficiency, reduce compliance costs, and protect company assets.
  • Foster a culture of quality and accountability across IT and business teams through effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required (ex. science based, operations research, technology, etc.)
  • 10+ years’ experience in an FDA (GXP) regulated industry (i.e. such as pharmaceutical, medical device, or biotechnology) including: 5+ years’ experience leading/managing teams, developing strategies, execution of projects.
  • 5+ years leading large IT validation projects.
  • Expert in various validation methodologies (SDLC), and their implementation in an IT organization.
  • Knowledgeable of regulatory compliance requirements in the pharmaceutical and drug development industry (GxPs).
  • Creative approach to resolving technical issues, and balancing IT and business needs.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to command respect of others.
  • Ability to interact with all levels within the organization.
  • Program & Project Management experience – ability to plan, organize, and execute work across multiple initiatives.

Job title

Director, IT Quality Compliance

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$210,000 - $240,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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