Analytical Development and Quality Control Manager – 6255 URA
Our client, an innovative and dynamic bio-pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland, covering multiple therapeutic areas and committed to delivering products on the market over the next 5 years, is looking for an AD/QC Manager for a 12-month contract based in Basel.
Analytical Development / Quality Control (AD/QC) is responsible for the analytical development of Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP). AD/QC must ensure that products are delivered according to quality standards defined during development and in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines. An ideal candidate has a background in Biology or Chemical Engineering with a proven track record in a managerial role as a Senior Scientist within a pharmaceutical company.
Main Responsibilities:
* Manage a team of up to 3 direct reports.
* Responsible for a project portfolio of up to 4 small projects (typically up to phase 2) or 1-2 highly complex or late-stage projects (typically phase 3 and commercial).
* Organize laboratory activities and follow the processes defined in Guidelines and SOPs.
* Develop, optimize, and implement analytical methods for purity, stability, cleaning verification/validation, excipients, content, and potentially genotoxic impurity determinations.
* Represent AD/QC in technical project team and CMC team meetings.
* Conduct release, retest, stability studies, transfer, and validation analyses.
* Document all analytical activities according to Good Documentation Practices.
* Review, interpret, and document analytical data including results from method development, release, retest, validation, stability, and transfer.
* Write and review analytical protocols and reports and establish specifications.
* Ensure adequate maintenance and operation of analytical equipment according to GMP.
* Draft and review CoAs, analytical results sheets, specifications, SOPs, GUIs, TPLs, and FRMs.
* Organize GMP (re)qualification and validation of analytical equipment with external companies.
* Elaborate qualification plans and review qualification documents.
* Ensure initial and continuing training of the personnel of AD/QC.
* Maintain cleanliness of laboratory and workspace.
* Design and execute projects or experiments with hands-on involvement.
* Review scientific work in project-related activities.
* Ensure availability of adequate lab materials and justify acquisition of new materials or equipment.
* Act as contact for 3rd parties, e.g., CMOs and CROs, for defined analytical tasks.
* Evaluate and develop novel analytical techniques and instrumentation.
* Leverage workload of respective project members to assure timelines and budget are met.
* Establish source documents for IND, IMPD, and NDA/MA submissions.
* Design and lead laboratory work to support product or process troubleshooting, special investigations, deviations, change requests, CAPA, product complaints, and other analytical tasks.
* Set and accomplish product development timelines working closely with formulation scientists.
* Manage the GMP laboratory and employees.
* Provide analytical expertise for defined drug substances and/or drug products.
* Summarize, defend, and communicate results and product quality issues to management.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Relevant Swiss working/residency permit and/or Swiss/EU Citizenship required;
* Biology or Chemical Engineering with 12+ years BS, 9+ years MS, or 2+ years PhD experience in the pharmaceutical industry with demonstrated success in a managerial function.
* Strong background in analytical chemistry and knowledge of GMP/regulatory requirements.
* Ability to manage professionals effectively in a matrix system with diligent attention to detail.
* High flexibility, superior communication, time-management, and team-working skills.
* Proficient in English with a lifelong learning mindset and a strong sense of accountability.
* Ability to complete assignments, meeting quality and time-oriented objectives.
* Strong skills in timeline development and management.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
* Broad knowledge in analytical chemistry and basic knowledge in synthetic chemistry, drug substance processing, and/or formulation development.
* Experience in the development and performance of analytical tests for a variety of drug substances and products.
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