Director, Analytical Development and Quality Control

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What You Will Contribute To Altos

The Altos Institute of Medicine will capture knowledge generated about cell health and programming and develop transformative medicines. We are seeking an experienced analytical and QC leader to join the Technical Operations team within the Institute of Medicine. The candidate will work in a highly dynamic and cross-functional environment and span multiple therapeutic areas. The successful candidate will lead analytical development and quality control for Altos AAV Gene Therapy programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development and quality control for AAV gene therapy programs
• Build a high performing team and establish internal and external analytical and QC capabilities
• Manage contract manufacturing organizations and contract testing organizations to develop and qualify analytical testing methods, perform release and stability testing, and in-process testing
• Establish product specifications to ensure product quality. Support technical assessment of Out of Specification and Non-Conforming investigations.
• Author, review, and/or approve Standard Operating Procedures, specifications, regulatory filing, or other controlled documents
• Create and foster strong partnerships with Institutes of Science, development sciences, clinical, regulatory, program management, science integrations, business development, legal and finance
• Actively contribute to a team culture that promotes continuous improvement, ownership, professional growth, and inclusion

Who You Are 

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in analytical sciences or biological sciences. Minimum 10+ years of analytical development and QC experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
• Highly experienced in developing and implementing assays for AAV gene therapy products in Quality Control testing and characterization of drug substance, drug product and in-process samples.
• Analytical experience in proteins, oligonucleotides and small molecules a plus
• Proficient in cGMP’s and pharmaceutical industry procedures and regulations
• Experienced in achieving CMC deliverables through outsourcing to Contract Manufacturing Organizations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Build effective relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven capability to lead, motivate and inspire in a diverse, global, cross-functional structure and commit to diversity, equity, and belonging.

The salary range for Redwood City, CA:

• Director: $229,500 - $310,500

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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