Manager, QA Method Validation

Novartis Group Companies; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 114,100 - 211,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Performance-based cash incentive

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Novartis Group Companies in Carlsbad, California, seeks a Quality Leader to manage laboratory method validation critical to breakthrough therapies. You will work in a highly regulated environment and ensure compliance with quality and scientific standards.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree and significant industry experience, focusing on in vitro diagnostics, risk assessments, and audits. The compensation is competitive, with a salary range of $114,100 - $211,900 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in clinical and/or GMP laboratory environments.
• At least 3 years experience supporting in vitro diagnostic development.
• Understanding regulatory and compliance requirements (GxP, ICH, ISO, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead review and approval of method validation protocols.
• Provide quality guidance on analytical method validations.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and company requirements.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Data Integrity

Decision Making

Digital saviness

Leadership

Managing Ambiguity

Organizational Saviness

Regulatory Requirements knowledge

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, medical technology, biological sciences, or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Location: Carlsbad, United States

You’ll play a critical role at the intersection of quality, innovation, and patient impact-leading laboratory method validation for assays and devices used in clinical and GMP laboratory settings. As a trusted quality leader, you will shape how analytical methods are brought to life in a highly regulated environment, partnering closely with scientific and cross‑functional teams to solve complex challenges, strengthen compliance, and enable the delivery of high‑quality data that supports breakthrough therapies.

Relocation Support: This role is based in Carlsbad, California. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead review and approval of method validation protocols, reports, and supporting data for accuracy and compliance
• Provide quality guidance on analytical method validations/verifications, troubleshooting, and impact assessments
• Serve as Quality representative on in vitro diagnostic design teams
• Evaluate and provide guidance on risk assessments, impact assessment, deviations, and corrective actions
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and company requirements
• Lead and/or support audits and inspections including preparation and follow‑up
• Assist with quality management of technology transfer
• Maintain oversight of documentation, procedures, and training compliance

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, medical technology, biological sciences, or related field and a minimum of 8 years’ experience in clinical and/or GMP laboratory environments. With an advanced degree, fewer years of experience may be required.
• At least 3 years experience supporting in vitro diagnostic development
• Experience, understanding, and familiarity with regulatory requirements and other compliance requirements and guidelines (such as GxP, Part 11, ICH, ISO, CLIA/CAP, IVDR, QSR)
• Basic understanding of molecular biology, immunology, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, fluorescent in situ hybridization
• Familiarity with statistical analysis
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with ligand binding assays, flow cytometry, and digital pathology
• Proven track record of identifying and executing on continuous improvement

The salary for this position is expected to range between $114,100 - $211,900 year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance‑based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US‑based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Salary Range

$114,100.00 - $211,900.00

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Skills Desired

• Collaboration
• Communication Skills (Inactive)
• Data Integrity
• Decision Making
• Digital saviness (Inactive)
• Leadership
• Managing Ambiguity
• Organizational Saviness (Inactive)
• Regulatory Requirements knowledge (Inactive)
• Risk Management