Senior Quality Control Technical Analyst

About the Department

The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts. Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference.

The Position

Novo Nordisk, CMC Boulder, is building a Phase 1 and 2 API Pilot facility for oligonucleotide manufacturing in Boulder Colorado. As such, the Quality Control team is seeking a Senior Quality Control Technical Analyst to support both the successful start-up and ongoing operation of the Quality Control laboratory supporting early phase manufacturing. The Senior Quality Control Technical Analyst will:
Own all activities related to the establishment & operation of Novo Nordisk's Global LIMS platform for support all aspects of the QC Chemistry laboratory implementation of instruments, reagents, methods, workflows supporting analysis of raw materials, in-process, final product samples, as well as routine stability samples. In addition, this position is responsible for the oversight and SME for iStability representing the system to Boulder as well as other Novo sites throughout the world.

This position is for a hands-on analyst familiar with Novo systems (iStability and Global LIMS) and processes as they relate to GMP Quality Control.

Relationships

Reports to Associate Director, Quality Control.

Essential Functions

* Serve as QC Global LIMS Site Super User and Site Builder responsible for training and building QC methods

* Serve as the Global lead for iStability, responsible for training other Novo sites

* Serve as the Boulder QC lead for iStability responsible for managing the system, generation of reports and data as requested by internal groups

* Write/revise SOPs, technical protocols, change control and other quality related reports

* Lead & coach team members, other specialists, providing leadership in problem solving for process & quality issues

* Evaluate and support corporate initiatives for new technology and process improvements

* Understand the processes of data evaluation and trending, to include reporting findings to leadership

* Represent Boulder QC on global and site level as needed for collaboration with other NN sites

* Interact professionally with external vendors to solicit new technology

* Interact closely with all areas to improve the flow of information & products

* Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties

* Other accountabilities, as required

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or GED and 8+ years of experience, or Associate's degree with 6+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 4+ years of experience, or Master's degree and 2+ years of experience is required

* QC experience in a pharmaceutical or related (regulated) environment required

* Experience with computerized laboratory systems (iStability, Global LIMS, etc.) preferred

* Demonstrated expert understanding of processes, procedures & products associated with assigned areas required. Able to perform detailed analysis of events & processes, develop appropriate responses to situational needs, & convey information/results to various organizational levels as appropriate required

* Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning methodologies & is able to use multiple methods to train & coach others within the department & organization preferred

* Excellent verbal & written communication skills, investigative writing skills, & computer skills required (MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Global LIMS, iStability and Microsoft Project)

* Demonstrated experience in practical problem solving & process improvement methods required

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/deadlines & prioritize properly based on process needs & events. Demonstrated effectiveness in systematic follow-up required

* Understand the processes and products at an advanced level required

* Demonstrates understanding of project management and NN gate process flow preferred

* Expert level of knowledge & understanding regarding departmental SOP's & their high-level inter-relationships required (i.e. how they work together to establish a system)

The base compensation range for this position is $125,000 to 145,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.

Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.

Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability…