Associate Director, Quality Systems and Compliance

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Quality Systems & Compliance to lead strategic oversight and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System (QMS), Document Control for Policies, SOPs, Work Instruction & forms, and GxP as well as some non GxP Training programs. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring our quality infrastructure supports the development and commercialization of innovative gene therapies while maintaining compliance with applicable global regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with extensive experience implementing and managing electronic quality systems, developing and maintaining controlled documentation, and administering enterprise-wide training programs within a biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment.

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Quality Management System (QMS), Document Control, and Training functions

Serve as the business owner and subject matter expert for the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS), ensuring system performance, compliance, and continuous improvement

Lead the development, review, approval, implementation, and lifecycle management of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, policies, and quality records

Oversee document control processes, including document issuance, revision control, archival, and periodic review

Manage GxP and non-GxP training programs, ensuring timely assignment, completion, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory expectations

Develop quality metrics and dashboards to monitor system performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Partner with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Technical Operations, Clinical Development, and other cross-functional teams to ensure quality system effectiveness

Support internal audits, external audits, regulatory inspections, and supplier audits related to Quality Systems, documentation, and training

Ensure Quality Systems remain aligned with FDA, EMA, ICH, and applicable global regulatory requirements

Lead and mentor Quality Systems personnel, fostering a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred

10+ years of Quality Assurance experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, cell therapy, or gene therapy industries, including progressive leadership responsibilities

Demonstrated experience managing enterprise Quality Systems in a regulated GxP environment

Advanced proficiency with ZenQMS, including administration, configuration, workflow management, reporting, and user support

Extensive experience developing, revising, implementing, and managing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and controlled quality documentation

Demonstrated expertise managing both GxP and non-GxP training programs, including curriculum development, training assignments, compliance monitoring, and effectiveness assessments.

Experience supporting gene therapy, cell therapy, biologics, or other advanced therapeutic products

Strong understanding of FDA, EMA, ICH, and global GxP regulations

Experience leading Quality System implementations, upgrades, or continuous improvement initiatives

Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills

Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead through change in a fast-paced, growing organization