Director, Head of Quality Control
Core
Lead the Quality Control organization for a commercial laboratory in Switzerland, overseeing analytical testing, microbiology, environmental monitoring, and stability studies for drug products.
Role type
Senior leadership IC (Head of Quality Control)
Builds
Commercial drug products and stability data for late-stage development and launch
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Quality Control
Required skills
cGMP compliance, strategic planning, budget management, change management, risk analysis, team leadership, regulatory audit coordination
Preferred skills
Lean laboratory project management, matrix environment navigation, technical document interpretation
Technologies
HPLC, GC, Mass Spectrometry, Microbiology systems, LIMS
Responsibilities
Direct functional accountabilities for QC laboratories including incoming, analytical chemistry, and microbiology; oversee investigation of quality issues and develop corrective actions; participate in production planning and budget preparation; ensure compliance with cGMPs and good documentation practices; coordinate with stakeholders for product release and new product introductions; foster staff training and development; ensure a safe work environment in compliance with EHS rules.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & operational oversight
