Vice President, Head of QC

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We are currently recruiting for a Vice President, Head of Quality Control (QC) to lead the QC Operations for our viral vector CDMO business.  This key role will oversee the technical and operational aspects of quality control throughout our pipeline, ensuring the highest standards of quality for our viral vector products.

Your responsibilities in this role would be:

• Develop and maintain a robust QC infrastructure tailored for the unique requirements of viral vector manufacturing, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards and delivering on the Client expectations.
• Establish and manage strategic partnerships with external QC laboratories, coordinating all testing activities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Oversee analytical method validation and transfer processes, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
• Define and manage release and stability specifications, troubleshoot unexpected results, and ensure consistency across the testing network.
• Author and review analytical method reports and critical sections of global regulatory submissions.
• Stay current with global Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and guidance pertaining to viral vector products.
• Implement testing strategies to advance products from early through late-stage development to commercialization in global markets.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing & Development teams, as well as external stakeholders, to align QC activities with program objectives.

We are looking for:

• Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant field such as virology, biochemistry, or analytical chemistry or equivalent experience.
• Expert level experience in QC and analytical development within the biologics space, specifically with viral vectors.  CDMO/CRO/CTO experience preferred. 
• Strong understanding of critical quality attributes and analytical methods relevant to viral vector testing (e.g., qPCR, HPLC, ELISA).
• Expertise in global standards for analytical method validation and transfer, with a focus on viral vector products.
• Deep knowledge of processes and materials for QC testing, including reference standards and qualified materials.
• Exceptional communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to participate in international calls across various time zones.

About Us:

OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

OXB collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXB’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise.

What’s in it for you:

• Highly competitive total reward packages
• Wellbeing programmes
• Development opportunities
• Welcoming, friendly, supportive colleagues
• A diverse and inclusive working environment
• Our values are: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect
• State of the art laboratory and manufacturing facilities

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