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Head of Quality Control

USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS💼 Full-time💰 $177,000–$177,000🗓 2026-07-28 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead QC Laboratory operations across Analytical Chemistry and Microbiology, ensuring compliance and operational excellence in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Role type

Senior management laboratory director (Quality Control)

Builds

High-quality pharmaceutical products compliant with global regulatory standards

Domain

Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Quality Control / Analytical Chemistry

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Laboratory operations management, regulatory compliance (FDA/EMA/cGMP), team leadership and development, budget management, audit readiness, sterility assurance, contamination control

Preferred skills

Endotoxin and sterility testing expertise, Lean/6Sigma, data analytics, digital innovation, multi-function lab management

Technologies

GDDP, cGMP, endotoxin testing equipment, sterility testing systems

Responsibilities

Lead QC Laboratory operations across Analytical Chemistry and Microbiology, Drive quality excellence through compliant processes and robust quality systems, Manage and develop a high-performing 24/7 laboratory team, Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, Recruit, coach, mentor, and recognize diverse technical talent, Partner with senior leadership to strengthen quality systems and resolve complex challenges

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities

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