Job Title: Quality Assurance ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to support quality operations for clinical-stage biologics manufacturing. This role focuses on GMP compliance, batch record review, quality investigations, QC method support, change controls, stability data review, and oversight of external manufacturing partners (CMOs). This is an individual contributor position with managerial-level responsibilities and no direct reports.Key Responsibilities
- Review batch records and support batch disposition activities for internal manufacturing and CMOs
- Lead investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA implementation
- Support QC testing, method development, and stability data review
- Manage change controls and quality documentation
- Provide quality oversight for biologics manufacturing operations and external partners
- Collaborate with QC and AD/QC teams to maintain quality standards
- Drive continuous improvement of quality systems and processes
Qualifications
- BS in Life Sciences or related field
- Experience in biologics manufacturing and GMP-regulated environments
- Experience in batch record review, investigations, CAPAs, and quality systems
- Experience with stability programs, QC methods, and data review
- Familiarity with clinical-stage biologics and CMO oversight
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing organization
Work Environment
- 100% onsite, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Collaborative environment with strong exposure to multiple biologic programs
- Opportunity to help shape long-term quality methods, systems, and processes within a growing organization
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Lexington, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Lexington, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lexington,MA.About Actalent
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