Head of Quality Control, Gene Therapy (On-Site)

Beam Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Beam Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Director, Quality Control to lead the Massachusetts QC team and ensure compliant GMP testing for clinical and late-stage programs. This on-site role oversees release, stability, method qualification/validation, and transfers, while maintaining inspection readiness across methods, equipment, data systems, and documentation.

The candidate will guide deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and effectiveness checks, partnering with QA, Manufacturing, and

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 8+ years in Quality Control within biologics or related therapies.
• Experience leading GMP QC labs and inspection readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Massachusetts QC organization to ensure GMP testing is timely and compliant.
• Oversee QC staff, data review, investigations, and inspection support.
• Maintain continuous inspection readiness of methods, instruments, and data systems.
• Own QC quality-system records: deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure data integrity and regulatory readiness.

Skills

Leadership

GMP operations

Data integrity

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Advanced degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Analytical Sciences

Tools

LIMS/LES

Job description

Beam Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Director, Quality Control to lead the Massachusetts QC team and ensure compliant GMP testing for clinical and late-stage programs. This on-site role oversees release, stability, method qualification/validation, and transfers, while maintaining inspection readiness across methods, equipment, data systems, and documentation.

The candidate will guide deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and effectiveness checks, partnering with QA, Manufacturing, and