QC Manager

Job Description Summary

Help reimagine cancer care by shaping how our Radioligand Therapies (RLT) reach more patients—safely, reliably, and faster. At Novartis, we’re pioneering the future of treatment through the fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology.

• Management of QC Analytical activities in line with site objectives. Coordination of departmental Operational activities. Track team metrics and ensure KQI /KPI meet requirements.
• Coordination of departmental Operational activities.
• Initiate and drive local hiring process.
• Lead OpEx Projects.
• Investigation of Deviation, OOx, Complaints.
• Define and implement CAPAs.
• Support transfer Projects and validation studies.
• Track team metrics and ensure KQI /KPI meet requirements.
• HSE incidents reporting and action follow up.
• New equipment commissioning Support (OQ, PQ).
• Resource and capacity (people and equipment) planning and workload management.
• Performance and leadership support of QC Analytical team.
• Ensure availability of equipment, chemicals and consumables, as appropriate.
• SOP review and revision.
• Ensure training according to cGxP requirements.
• Management of documentation and methods according to cGxP.
• Exception management.
• Ensure DI and compliance with cGxP and all regulatory requirements.
• Leadership in GxP audits and fulfillment of internal/external audit and inspection plans.
• Equipment qualification review /release.
• Ensure Methods and Procedures are up to date.
• Ensure qualification /calibration status of analytical equipment.
• Microbiological testing review and approval.

• Analytical Validation
• Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) Knowledge
• Deviation Management
• Equipment Calibration Management
• Equipment Qualification Management
• Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Audit & Inspection Management
• Quality Control
• Quality Management Systems
• Quality Control Microbiology
• Stability Management
• Laboratory Excellence
• SOP (Standard Operation Procedure) Management
• KPI Reporting
• Laboratory Excellence

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in Quality Control of pharmaceutical products, preferably radiopharmaceuticals.
• 2 years of experience in a people manager role.
• Experience in managing a cGMP laboratory.
• Knowledge of following analytical methods/equipment: HPLC, iTLC, Endotoxin, Bioburden, pH, NVP and viable particle counters.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations regarding the manufacturing of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Applied knowledge of GXP and EP/USP guidelines.

Carlsbad, CA (On-site). Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role; please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $114,000 and $211,900/year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors such as relevant skills and experience, and will be reviewed upon joining. Novartis may adjust the published salary range based on company and market factors. Compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, for eligible levels, potential annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and additional benefits. Employees are also eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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• Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Data Integrity
• Dealing With Ambiguity
• Decision Making
• Digital saviness
• Health & Safety Regulations Knowledge
• Leadership
• Operational Excellence
• Organizational Saviness
• Problem Solving Skills
• Regulatory Requirements knowledge
• Smart Risk Taking