Head of Quality Control
Core
Lead the Quality Control function to ensure reliable delivery of analysis, review, and reporting for raw material release, manufacturing operations, and product disposition in a biopharmaceutical setting.
Role type
Senior leadership IC Head of Quality Control
Builds
QC testing capacity, compliance frameworks, and inspection readiness for drug substance manufacturing
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Quality Control
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (QC testing & compliance)
Required skills
Strategic leadership, GMP compliance, capacity planning, data integrity management, regulatory inspection readiness, team building, risk management, method validation, laboratory operations
Preferred skills
CDMO environment experience, postgraduate qualification in science
Technologies
Laboratory information management systems (LIMS), analytical instruments, computerised systems
Responsibilities
Set and execute QC strategy aligned with site and corporate priorities; Lead the QC organization and management team; Ensure timely delivery of QC testing and reporting; Manage QC investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls; Maintain inspection readiness and represent the site during audits; Build and develop a capable QC organization
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
