Associate Director, Operational Quality

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Vertex Full time

Job Description

The Associate Director, Operational Area Quality will be responsible for leading the day-to-day Quality operations of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) for Cell & Genetic Programs through the lifecycle development process. This includes quality oversight for the selection, qualification and routine monitoring of Contract manufacturers. The role will assure Quality oversight for technical and operational CDMO activities from clinical throughout product commercialization activities, post-approval process monitoring and change management.  The role is also responsible for the development and maintenance of relationships with the external vendors, to drive compliance, monitor performance  and support continuous improvement activities.

The quality role will closely partner with operational stakeholders and participate in associated governance for the successful planning and execution of the product life cycle Management.  The successful candidate will be a key member of the Vertex Cell & Genetic Therapy Quality Team and the Virtual Product Team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Be the Quality expert for European CMOs and CTOs. 
  • Build strategic relationships with CMOs  and CTOs within the Quality organization and participates in Business Review Meetings to ensure Quality issues are raised and addressed, as necessary.
  • Negotiate, monitor and maintain Quality Agreements with CMOs.
  • Lead/Support/Execute Quality oversight for clinical and product commercialization activities.
  • Lead quality process monitoring of the CDMO.
  • Execute change management and vendor notifications as part of product life cycle management.
  • Liaises with cross-functional teams for external quality commercial operations in support of GMP manufacturing and testing activities.
  • Leads/executes continuous improvement activities and drive quality remediation.
  • Work closely with the Audit and Inspection Quality Function to establish the audit strategy for Auditing and Performance oversight and support technical site audits including preparation for regulatory inspections.
  • Establishment of vendor quality oversight processes including qualification, risk categorization and routine monitoring.
  • Provide guidance and support through Quality representation in relevant geographies at periodic intervals on site at the CDMOs.
  • Supports root cause analysis and product impact assessments for investigations resulting from deviations and OOS.
  • Participate in Cell & Genetic Program and Quality projects.

Key Requirements:

  • In-depth understanding on International regulations and experience across GXP life cycle in Cell & Gene therapy and/or Biologics.
  • Experience in product life cycle from discovery and/ or commercial product development.
  • Broad technical knowledge in cell technology, aseptic manufacturing technology, analytical assays, cell & genetic therapies/Biologics processing, fill/finish and testing.
  • Ability to lead improvement projects - experience with Root Cause Analysis, data analytics, and other Operational Excellence experience, such as LEAN, DMAIC, Six Sigma.
  •  Substantial experience with electronic document management systems (e.g., QDoccs, Trackwise, Veeva)
  • Excellent communication skills and a proven track record influencing/building/promoting a culture of Quality and Excellence.
  • Ability to apply risk management principles to decision making and operational priorities.
  • Substantial background in managing complex projects or teams within stated objectives and timelines and with a strong understanding of the underlying business drivers.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree or PhD in relevant subjects.

This position is Hybrid and requires min 3 days per week in the London office.

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