QC Consultant, Biologics

Pharmatech Associates; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced QC Consultants to provide expert consultation services to clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, from supporting method development and validation to conducting risk assessments and managing quality control processes. Ideal candidates will possess advanced degrees and extensive experience in analytical development within a GMP environment. Join a dynamic team that values professionalism and inclusivity, and contribute to the successful launch of innovative products in the healthcare market.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in analytical development and QC, with 5+ years in a biopharmaceutical company.
• Proven technical skills in analytical technologies and strong project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support method transfers and validations for pharmaceutical projects.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage complex deviation investigations.

Skills

Analytical Development

Quality Control (QC)

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology

Ph.D. in Related Fields

Job description

Pharmatech is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together we are committed to fostering an environment that is professional, inclusive, and diverse. Explore the exciting opportunities currently available in the US and around the world.

Pharmatech Associates is seeking QC Consultants to provide consultation services to our pharmaceutical, biologics, and medical device clients. The nature of our projects varies from client to client and can often be supported remotely.

Typical Project Responsibilities include:

• Support method transfers, method development, and method validations
• Performing gap assessments of test methods and laboratory operations, including contributing to associated reports
• Drafting/reviewing quality control SOPs and product specific test methods
• Delivering overall expert project management and consultancy services
• Reviewing and providing input to critical/complex deviation or out of specification investigations
• Conducting risk assessments and identifying actions to mitigate risks
• Reviewing stability study protocols and summarizing time-point data
• Developing sampling plans for material, components, and product testing
• Summarize data for inclusion in annual reports, prior-approval submissions, or BLAs

Educational/Experience Requirements include:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or related fields
• At least 15 years of analytical development and/or QC experience total, with at least 5 in a well-known biopharmaceutical company, and at least 8 of which in a GMP environment
• Proven track record in supporting late-stage and commercial biologics product testing in a managerial position or above
• Familiar with analytical control strategy for typical biologics products such as monoclonal antibodies, cell and gene therapy (e.g., CAR-T)
• Proven deep technical skills in at least two specific analytical technologies, physical chemistry, or potency assays including cell-based assays
• Familiar with specification setting principles and stability studies for biologics
• Ability to lead projects, manage work to a defined scope of work, and meet crucial timelines
• Superb written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and soft skills
• Ability to solve problems using innovative techniques

Contact Us

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1.877.787.0177

510.732.0177

22320 Foothill Blvd. Suite 330, Hayward CA 94541