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Confidential

Vice President, Quality

Confidential, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061

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Vice President, Quality

About the Company

Innovative pharmaceutical company specializing in rare genetic disorder treatments

Industry Pharmaceuticals

Type Public Company

Founded 1999

Employees 51-200

Categories

Pharmaceuticals Medicine Manufacturing Chemical Products

Specialties

biopharmaceuticals therapeutics for the treatment of rare diseases and pharmaceuticals

About the Role

The Company is seeking a VP, Head of Quality to lead and develop the quality function in accordance with global regulatory, industry, and corporate standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving the Quality Management System, overseeing all GxP activities, and ensuring compliance with cGMP, GDP, and local regulatory requirements. This role involves leading a team of quality professionals, proactively identifying and addressing quality issues, and providing QA oversight for product lifecycle activities. The VP, Head of Quality will also be accountable for the outcome of Health Authority inspections and must foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the organization.

Applicants for the VP, Head of Quality position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' professional quality experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting, with a strong background in both clinical development and commercial manufacturing of small molecules. The role requires a proven track record in leading quality through commercial launches and product lifecycles, as well as experience in managing commercial quality systems and external partners. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of US and international regulations, GxPs, and industry trends, and possess strong leadership, communication, and strategic skills. A GMP background in DS/DP quality is a plus, and the ability to travel is required.

Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer

Travel Percent 25%

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