Manager, Quality Control (QC) – Gene Therapy

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Job Description Summary:

The Manager, Quality Control (QC) – Gene Therapy provides technical support for assigned assays used in the release and stability testing of Gene Therapy clinical products at external vendors. The role is responsible for raw data review, routine data trending, and timely execution of assigned testing deliverables in support of CMC programs. Decision-making is focused on operational and technical execution within established procedures.

The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal and external resources on quality control related issues.

The Manager, Quality Control – Gene Therapy supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements, and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.
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Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary duties/responsibilities:

 

• Oversees and supports assigned QC testing and raw data review activities from external vendors in support of IND and ex-US clinical filings.
• Reviews and approves raw data from validated assays performed at CTOs/CMOs for assigned programs.
• Performs routine stability data entry, trending, and summary reporting.
• Coordinates assigned assay activities at CROs/CMOs, including sample shipments, scheduling, and data receipt.
• Supports method transfer and method validation activities under the direction of senior QC staff; may author sections of protocols and reports.
• Authors and reviews SOPs, test methods, and routine QC documentation.
• Supports OOS/OOT investigations for assigned assays and documents outcomes.
• Contributes content to CMC regulatory sections as assigned.
• Adheres strictly to cGMPs and PTC SOPs.
• Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.  

 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

 

• A Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry or other related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of QC experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry OR a Bachelor's degree in the same disciplines with a minimum of 6 years of QC experience  in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

 

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• Prior cGMP experience in a QC laboratory, preferably supporting biologics or gene therapy products.
• Hands-on working knowledge of several of the following: cell-based assays, qPCR/ddPCR, HPLC, SEC-UPLC, ELISA, CE-SDS, SDS-PAGE.
• Familiarity with mammalian cell culture.
• Exposure to method validation and/or method transfer activities.
• Familiarity with CRO/CMO interactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to statistical tools (JMP, MiniTab) a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. 
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects. 

 

Travel requirements

• 0 -5%
• Office-based role

Expected Base Salary Range: $119,400 - $145,000. The base salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience relative to the requirements of the position they are being considered for, as well as review of internal equity.

 

In addition to base salary, PTC employees are also eligible for short- and long-term incentives. All eligible employees may also enroll in PTC’s medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.

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