Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Senior Manager Quality Assurance Analytical Cell and Gene (On-site)Posted
9 weeks 2 days ago
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Job Description
General Summary:
will provide QA oversight of the quality control bioassay and flow cytometry laboratories along with raw material, analytical development, and supply chain groups in support of Vertex Clinical Cell and Gene Therapy Programs. Emphasis on review and approval of quality event management (deviations and analytical investigations (OOS/OOE)), QC and AD owned protocols and reports supporting analytical method lifecycle, justification of material specifications, and stability studies. The role will have additional responsibilities for QA review of documentation supporting change controls, including but not limited to analytical and process development reports and studies.
This position reports to Director Product Quality Lead / GMP Quality - Cell & Gene.
Key Knowledge/ Skills and Competencies
* Knowledge in the following areas:
* Experience with GxP requirements governing review of Quality Control data, analytical method qualification, and laboratory control requirements.
* Direct experience executing, troubleshooting, or investigating flow cytometry, ELISA, bioassay, and automated cell counting QC methods.
* Experience supporting GMP testing in a controlled environment (QC and AD), deviation review and oversight, corrective action / preventative action (CAPA), change management, and coordinating risk assessments .
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
* Collaboration / Teamwork
* Proven track record working on cross-functional teams
* Communication
* Ability to communicate effectively across and within cross-functional teams
* Critical Thinking / Problem Solving
* Ability to evaluate quality matters and make decisions utilizing risk-based approaches
* Attention to detail
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Providing quality oversight and support to Vertex Cell and Gene Therapy quality control, stability, supply chain, and raw material laboratories
* Review AD and QC raw data, including data verification, of method lifecycle and stability reports
* Review of deviations and other quality systems records (CAPA and Change Controls) as applicable to support AD/QC lifecycle initiatives
* Responsible for identifying risks and communicating gaps for GMP process/systems associated with analytical, stability, and raw material laboratories
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field with minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience, 3+ years experience in QA role preferred.
* Experience providing QA support and oversight of GMP QC testing operations including batch release and CoA generation
* Experience with clinical phase ATMP and Cell Therapy drug product manufacturing and QC testing
* Experience successfully supporting event investigations, Root Cause Analysis and CAPA
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
* Be adaptable and resilient when confronted with change
* Provide constructive feedback to peers to help bring out their best; seek out and respond favorably to feedback provided
* Actively work to resolve conflict in a productive manner, focused on shared goals
* Find new, creative paths to solve difficult and important problems
* Demonstrate understanding of how your work fits into and supports the work of other groups or functions
On-Site Role
On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
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Flex Designation:
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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