QC Team Lead, Chemistry & Analytics

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Verona (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Team Leader to manage QC chemists and oversee analytical testing for drug substances and products. The role requires strong leadership, training, and a proven track record in cGMP operations.

The position emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with QA and Manufacturing, and timely delivery of project results in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical setting.

Qualifications

• MS in Chemistry (or related field) with 5+ years relevant laboratory experience.
• BS in Chemistry (or related field) with 7+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Fully knowledgeable of cGMP and ICH laboratory requirements and operations.
• Proficient and demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation, test methodology/validations/transfers, data acquisition systems, and typical cGMP policies/practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of QC chemists, ensuring their professional growth and development.
• Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and innovation.
• Attend and contribute to regular leadership meetings between cross-functional departments.
• Lead and mentor chemists in analytical method transfers, validation, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team leadership

Communication

Training

Education

MS in Chemistry

BS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC-MS

KF

FTIR

Endotoxin plate readers

Raman spectroscopy

Job description

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Team Leader to manage QC chemists and oversee analytical testing for drug substances and products. The role requires strong leadership, training, and a proven track record in cGMP operations.

The position emphasizes mentorship, collaboration with QA and Manufacturing, and timely delivery of project results in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical setting.