Global Leader, Sterility and Microbiology Quality

Bristol Myers Squibb; Dublin; On-site; EUR 229,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks an Executive Director for Microbiology Quality Sterility Assurance (MQSA) to lead a global, central function driving sterility control and contamination governance across manufacturing sites, CMOs, and PD partnerships. This senior role shapes strategy, compliance, and performance metrics with executive visibility.

The position requires deep microbiology expertise, 10+ years of leadership in aseptic environments and a track record in regulatory engagement, with travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific Discipline, preferably Microbiology/Life Sciences/Biological Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Define and own global sterility assurance strategy across sites and partners.
• Lead contamination control governance and KPI framework.
• Oversee regulatory inspections with Health Authorities (FDA/EMA/MHRA).
• Drive technology and data analytics for microbiological surveillance.
• Provide strategic leadership and people development for MQSA function.

Skills

Microbiology

Sterility assurance

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Advanced degree (MS, PhD) preferred

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks an Executive Director for Microbiology Quality Sterility Assurance (MQSA) to lead a global, central function driving sterility control and contamination governance across manufacturing sites, CMOs, and PD partnerships. This senior role shapes strategy, compliance, and performance metrics with executive visibility.

The position requires deep microbiology expertise, 10+ years of leadership in aseptic environments and a track record in regulatory engagement, with travel