Head of Quality Control
Core
Lead the strategy, performance, compliance, and sustainable delivery of the Quality Control function for biopharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring reliable analysis and reporting for raw material release, manufacturing operations, and product disposition.
Role type
Senior leadership IC Head of Quality Control (Biopharma)
Builds
QC testing capacity, analytical methods, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Quality Control
Required skills
Strategic leadership, GMP compliance, capacity planning, data integrity management, regulatory inspection readiness, team building, risk management, method validation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
CDMO environment experience, postgraduate qualification in science
Technologies
Laboratory information management systems (LIMS), computerised systems, analytical instruments
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 activities; Maintain compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements; Manage QC investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls; Build and develop high-performing QC teams; Represent the site in global forums and regulatory inspections
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
