Director of Analytical Development and Quality Control overseeing biopharmaceutical programs for children's health organization. Leading a high-performing AD/QC team with emphasis on innovation and compliance.
Responsibilities
Plan the annual budget for Analytical Development and Quality Control (AD/QC)
Develop and mentor a high-performing AD/QC team, fostering innovation and scientific rigor
Collaborate with external Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMO) and Contract Testing Labs (CTL) partners and oversee outsourced AD/QC activities
Lead and manage the AD/QC function for all cell and gene therapy programs
Provide scientific and technical leadership in assay development for viral vectors, cell-based products, gene-modified cells, and raw materials
Develop, approve & implement policies, SOPs, master production records, specifications, & certification plans for improved use, quality & operations
Identify & implement areas for improvement
Serve as the point of contact for the AD/QC department, internally and externally
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for regulatory interactions, audits, and inspections
Lead analytical support for comparability, tech transfer, and regulatory submissions (IND/IMPD/BLA/MAA)
Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards
Evaluate area of responsibility for compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Participate in the development of corrective action plans to guide needed and sustainable improvements
Requirements
Master's Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or related discipline
7+ years relevant experience in biopharmaceutical analytical development and quality control, preferably in cell and gene therapy or biologics
Hands-on experience with a broad range of analytical technologies (e.g., qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, cell-based assays, viral titering, NGS, immunoassays)
Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), International Community of Harmony (ICH) guidelines, and regulatory expectations for advanced therapy products
Proven leadership experience with demonstrated success in building and managing technical teams
Experience in authoring analytical Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) sections for regulatory submissions and handling health authority queries
Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development
Work-life balance
Job title
Director of Analytical Development, Quality Control
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