Associate Director, QC Innovation & Leadership

MSD Malaysia; Carlow; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Flexible working potential

Job summary

MSD Malaysia invites applications for an Associate Director of Quality Control at our Carlow site. This senior role leads Bioassay and Chemistry teams responsible for testing, stability and release samples, and provides expert analytical support across QC functions.

The successful candidate will drive compliance, continuous improvement, and Lean Six Sigma initiatives, mentor managers, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet regulatory requirements and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry with leadership experience.
• Third-level qualification in science (Biochemistry/Chemistry or related).
• Strong GMP/GLP knowledge and analytical testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and coach managers and senior staff in QC.
• Ensure site deliverables align with department goals and KPIs.
• Oversee lab readiness for new products and regulatory readiness.
• Drive compliance, investigations, and continuous improvement.
• Manage QC budgets and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Liaise with partners on tech transfer and validation.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical testing

Regulatory knowledge

Biochemistry

Analytical validation

People leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-related discipline

Tools

Analytical instruments

LIMS

Quality management systems

Job description

MSD Malaysia invites applications for an Associate Director of Quality Control at our Carlow site. This senior role leads Bioassay and Chemistry teams responsible for testing, stability and release samples, and provides expert analytical support across QC functions.

The successful candidate will drive compliance, continuous improvement, and Lean Six Sigma initiatives, mentor managers, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet regulatory requirements and delivery targets.