Associate Director, Change Management
Core
Strategic leader for R&D Quality Change Management driving enterprise-wide standardization, governance, and compliance with global regulatory requirements.
Role type
Senior IC strategy & operations leader (Quality Change Management)
Builds
Global R&D Quality Change Management system, governance structures, and standardized processes
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
Quality Change Management (QCM), global regulatory frameworks, inspection readiness, process standardization, cross-functional leadership, data-driven reporting, change management, SOP development
Preferred skills
Advanced degree (MS/PhD), experience in Clinical Operations/Pharmacovigilance/Manufacturing, mentoring SMEs, influencing without authority
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Design and improve quality systems and standards; establish governance for change identification and approval; lead a global network of QCM SMEs; advise R&D stakeholders on regulatory updates; monitor and report on quality metrics; ensure inspection readiness; advocate for QCM maturity
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight