Director of Drug Quality Control Lab

Ministry of Public Health - Qatar; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Public Health - Qatar seeks a Head of Quality Drug Laboratory to provide strategic leadership and oversee all laboratory operations to ensure the quality, potency, purity, and stability of pharmaceuticals available to the public. You will develop and implement comprehensive QA programs and testing protocols in line with national and international standards.

The role requires 10+ years in a relevant field with at least 4 years in a managerial capacity, and adherence to GLP/GMP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Pharmacy is required.
• Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical lab or quality control role.
• At least 4 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Licensure or certification as required by Healthcare Specialties Department regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Drug Quality Control Laboratory team.
• Manage laboratory operations, staffing, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Oversee the testing of pharmaceutical products to assess quality, potency, purity, and stability.
• Develop and implement robust testing protocols and methodologies in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee efficacy testing of drugs to ensure they meet established standards and specifications for therapeutic effectiveness.
• Utilize appropriate analytical techniques and instruments to evaluate drug performance and efficacy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, pharmacopeial requirements, and industry guidelines in all laboratory testing activities.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to GLP and GMP within the laboratory.
• Lead the analysis of drug samples received from manufacturers, distributors, and regulatory agencies.
• Investigate variations or discrepancies in drug samples and determine root causes through comprehensive analysis.
• Oversee maintenance of accurate records of laboratory testing procedures, results, and observations.
• Oversee preparation of detailed reports documenting findings and deviations from expected standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and quality enhancement within the laboratory.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address deficiencies or non-conformities identified during quality control testing.
• Draw up budgets for the department’s programs according to applicable legal requirements and monitor budget management.
• Maintain coordination with national and international units and organizations involved with drugs and pharmaceuticals control.
• Ensure safety conditions in the laboratory, including accident prevention and proper waste disposal.
• Review staffing, management and training procedures periodically for adequacy.
• Ensure information flow and traceability of samples through testing and reporting.
• Manage the team, provide guidance, and plan staff training & development.
• Perform other duties to meet organizational needs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Laboratory management

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Pharmacy

Master's degree in related field

Job description

The Ministry of Public Health - Qatar seeks a Head of Quality Drug Laboratory to provide strategic leadership and oversee all laboratory operations to ensure the quality, potency, purity, and stability of pharmaceuticals available to the public. You will develop and implement comprehensive QA programs and testing protocols in line with national and international standards.

The role requires 10+ years in a relevant field with at least 4 years in a managerial capacity, and adherence to GLP/GMP.