Team Lead, Quality Control (In-Process Controls & Validations)

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals•Verona, WI

4h•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

This position falls within the Quality Control structure, under the Quality Assurance Organization. The Team Leader, IPCs & Validations will manage chemists and help to support the analytical testing of pharmaceutical in process manufacturing samples, and validation (analytical methods and computer systems) activities for drug substances and drug products while carrying out a supervisory function. They will work cross-functionally to identity and resolve any issues that arise. They will have the opportunity to hold leadership functions for project support personnel. The Team Leader IPCs & Validations will manage, and support testing required. The Team Leader is expected to be proficient in analytical techniques and capable of making independent scientific decisions. They will assist in the drafting and maintenance of study documents (testing directives, methods, reports) and manage deadlines. The position also requires the ability to lead and mentor chemists who are new to the industry. This position reports to QC Laboratory Senior Management.

Requirements

Master's in Chemistry (or related field) with 5+ years relevant laboratory experience
Bachelor's in Chemistry (or related field) with 7+ years of relevant laboratory experience
Fully knowledgeable of cGMP and ICH laboratory requirements and operations
Proficient and demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation, test methodology/validations/transfers, data acquisition systems, and typical cGMP policies/practices
Must be able to work with people at various levels of the organization.
Must have basic knowledge of computers and PC's.
Ability to use windows-based software including MS Office and chromatography data collection software.
Must be able to solve practical problems.
Must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Must be able to perform complex mathematical calculations, compute ratios, rate, and percent.
Must be able to draw and interpret graphs and charts.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret SOPs, test methods, procedural guides and associated technical documents.
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to effectively present/communicate information and respond to questions from management, peers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to a team of QC chemists, ensuring their professional growth and development.
Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and innovation.
Attend and contribute to regular leadership meetings between cross-functional departments.
Fully knowledgeable of cGMP requirements and ICH guidelines
Frequently works independently to meet project timelines and deliverables with minimal supervision to no supervision
Collaborates with Analytical Development on procedural method transfers and may participate in the execution of method validation protocols
Proficient with various analytical instrumentation theory and practice
Executes training requirements for assigned SOPs and participates in department specific training
Demonstrates proficiency with a variety of instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC, LC-MS, KF, FTIR, Endotoxin plate readers, and/or Raman spectroscopy) and will assist in analyst training on instrumentation as
Is a subject matter expert in technical aspects of both instrumentation and workflow management and prioritization
Works closely with QA, Analytical Development and/or Manufacturing personnel for efficient project execution and timely/accurate deliverables
Trains and mentors both entry chemists as well as mid-level chemists
Ability to track/trend data and interpret degrative changes to the product on stability
Leads and assists in scientific technical discussions and brainstorming sessions
Identifies and troubleshoots analytical method issues with instrumentation, general chemistry, test methodology and sample product
Communicates laboratory testing issues or challenges to senior laboratory management
Maintains a clear, concise, and accurate notebook
Drafts technical documents such as OOS/atypical investigations, deviations and CAPAs
Possesses clear written and verbal communication skills
Embraces cGMP and ICH requirements for all associated work
Calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment in collaboration with metrology
Routinely makes sound, scientific decisions and serves as a back-up to Senior Laboratory Management