Senior QA Leader, Manufacturing Technical Services

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 156,600 - 234,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity awards

Paid time off

Educational assistance programs

401(k) matching

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking an Associate Director, Quality Assurance Manufacturing Technical Services to manage quality operations for internal manufacturing. This role includes oversight of technical activities, continuous improvement, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving quality excellence across manufacturing while building partnerships with cross-functional teams. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and 8+ years of experience in biotechnology or a regulated pharmaceutical setting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience in biotechnology/regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience with deviation management and continuous improvement activities.
• Strong background in managing complex projects/teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deviation management process across all stages of manufacturing.
• Establish and maintain deviation tracking systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and product quality.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge in Cell & Gene therapy

Root Cause Analysis

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biotech/life sciences

Master's degree or relevant comparable background

Tools

Electronic document management systems (e.g., Trackwise, Veeva)

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking an Associate Director, Quality Assurance Manufacturing Technical Services to manage quality operations for internal manufacturing. This role includes oversight of technical activities, continuous improvement, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving quality excellence across manufacturing while building partnerships with cross-functional teams. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and 8+ years of experience in biotechnology or a regulated pharmaceutical setting.