Quality Control Manager-Department of Neurosurgery-GMP Lab

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$96,350–$110,700 Per Year
LOCATION
Gainesville, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
The Quality Control Manager is responsible for leading quality control laboratory operations in support ofGMP manufacturing of Phase I clinical drug substance and drug product, with a focus on cell andimmunotherapy programs. This role oversees analytical testing, method qualification, environmentalmonitoring support, sample and reagent lifecycle control, laboratory compliance, equipment oversight,and staff development. The Quality Control Manager ensures testing activities are executed inaccordance with approved procedures, cGMP/GLP standards, data integrity requirements, and internalquality systems, while partnering closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, and Quality Assurance to supporttimely and compliant clinical operations.The Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Florida, College of Medicine is committed to providing comprehensive clinical services for the diagnosis, management, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients suffering from diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system, including brain tumors, aneurysms, stroke, epilepsy, functional disorders, and spinal disorders and injuries. Our clinical care mission also extends throughout North Central Florida through regional neurosurgery programs. We offer the full spectrum of neurosurgical and neuro-oncology treatment options for both adults and pediatric patients. Our research labs and investigator-led initiatives and clinical trials are developing promising new treatments for neurological diseases that are extremely difficult to treat with conventional therapies. The Department of Neurosurgery offers education and training programs such as ACGME-accredited neurosurgery residency programs and fellowship programs.
Classification Title:Research & Development Manager
Classification Minimum Requirements:Master's degree in an appropriate area and seven years of relevant experience.
Job Description:

QC Laboratory Operations & Compliance

  • Lead day-to-day operations of the QC laboratory in support of in-process, release, and stability testing
    for GMP clinical materials.
  • Author, revise, and implement SOPs, specifications, forms, protocols, reports, and laboratory
    documentation to maintain a robust and scalable QC system.
  • Review and approve laboratory records, test results, logbooks, worksheets, protocols, reports, and other
    controlled documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
  • Lead or support laboratory investigations related to OOS, OOT, deviations, atypical results, excursions,
    and CAPA
  • Support method qualification, transfer, validation readiness, and new assay implementation as programs
    evolve.

Team Leadership & Lab Oversight

  • Supervise QC staff, including training, scheduling, workload prioritization, performance management, and technical development.
  • Support the environmental monitoring program for classified GMP spaces, including scheduling, trend review, documentation, and collaboration with Facilities and QA on excursions and corrective actions.
  • Oversee laboratory equipment readiness, maintenance, calibration, qualification, and troubleshooting coordination to ensure an inspection-ready QC operation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, and Quality Assurance to align testing priorities with production schedules, investigations, batch disposition needs, and facility monitoring requirements.

Expected Salary:

$96,350-$110,700

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in an appropriate area and seven years of relevant experience.

Preferred:
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, GDP, deviation management, investigations, CAPA, change control,
    and data integrity principles.
  • Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, cell
    therapy, gene therapy, or CDMO environment, including progressive QC laboratory responsibilities.
  • Prior experience supporting cell therapy, gene therapy, immunotherapy, or other advanced therapy
    products.
  • Hands-on experience with cell-based assays, flow cytometry, PCR/qPCR, molecular assays, sterilityrelated
    testing support, and/or potency-related assay
  • Experience with environmental monitoring in classified cleanroom environments.
  • Experience with method transfer, qualification, validation support, and assay lifecycle management.
  • Prior experience supervising or mentoring laboratory personnel
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity; Strong written and verbal communication
    skills
Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references. 

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

 

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