Senior Manager, Quality Control

Scorpion Therapeutics; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life 보험

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics seeks a Senior Manager, Quality Control to lead QC Chemistry and Microbiology operations in a highly regulated environment. You will ensure GMP and SOP compliance, mentor QC staff, and drive continuous improvement across the laboratory.

The role involves authoring controlled documents, implementing new technologies, and supporting regulatory audits while coordinating projects to meet schedule, budget, and resource goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of QC experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• BS; or 6+ years + MS; or 2+ years + PhD in related field.
• Strong GMP, pharmacopoeia, and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage QC Chemistry or Microbiology laboratory operations; ensure GMP, protocol, and safety compliance.
• Manage QC personnel: organize/prioritize daily tasks, training, and performance reviews.
• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Write/implement changes to controlled documents (SOPs, software specifications, methods).
• Lead projects, investigations, and regulatory audits as required.
• Select analytical methods and evaluation criteria using sound judgment.
• Provide QC Chemistry/Microbiology expertise and counsel.
• Lead training and coaching for QC staff and Team Leaders, Chemists, Microbiologists, Technicians.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Organization

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BS in related field

MS in related field

PhD in related field

Job description

Senior Manager, Quality Control

Responsibilities

• Manage QC Chemistry or Microbiology laboratory operations; ensure GMP, protocol, and safety compliance.
• Manage QC personnel: organize/prioritize daily tasks, training, and performance reviews.
• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Write/implement changes to controlled documents (SOPs, software specifications, methods).
• Follow technology changes; recommend and implement new technologies as appropriate.
• Lead/coordinate projects, initiatives, and investigations; solve complex issues with in-depth assessment.
• Select appropriate analytical methods/techniques/evaluation criteria using sound judgment.
• Provide QC Chemistry/Microbiology expertise and counsel.
• Lead training and career coaching for QC staff and manage Team Leaders, Chemists, Microbiologists, and Technicians.
• Perform data review, process trending, procedural updates, and support qualification protocol writing.
• Interact with senior management/executives; participate in regulatory audits as required.
• Direct team activities to meet schedule, budget, and resource requirements.

Required/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills; effective teamwork.
• Critical/creative thinking; independent problem-solving; strong organizational/planning skills.
• In-depth GMP, pharmacopoeia, and regulatory knowledge for pharmaceutical testing/validation.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving; current industry knowledge; strong analytical and computer skills.
• Education/Experience: 8+ years + BS; or 6+ years + MS; or 2+ years + PhD; QC experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: prior people management; biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical experience.

Compensation/Benefits

• Salary range: $143,225.00–$185,350.00. May be eligible for discretionary bonus/long-term incentives, paid time off, and company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.