Apogee Therapeutics is hiring a
Associate Director

Summary

Join Apogee Therapeutics as an Associate Director of GMP Quality Assurance to ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of our biologics manufacturing processes. This key role will play a pivotal part in supporting our mission to develop and deliver differentiated biologic therapies to patients in need.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent is required
• Advanced degree is a plus
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in GMP quality assurance within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with direct experience in the manufacture of monoclonal antibodies or biologics
• Auditing of GMP facilities is desired
• In-depth knowledge of GMP regulations and guidelines, including FDA, EMA, and ICH requirements
• Experience with analytical instrumentation, methods, validation, and investigations including stability program management
• Extensive experience using electronic QMS to monitor, report, and track quality tasks, and key quality performance indicators
• Strong communication (oral and written), and effective interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and drive change
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Flexible and creative to meet the needs and challenges of a growing, dynamic company
• Focus on fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to manage multiple projects with aggressive timelines and changing priorities
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% per year including all company meetings

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of planned QA audit schedules supporting GMP activities
• Independently perform assigned GMP audits
• Partner effectively with Technical Operations and provide quality guidance in GMP data and documentation generated
• Verify manufacturing and testing activities adhere to GMP regulations and guidelines and ensure a culture of continuous improvement
• Timely management of batch record review and release to ensure continuous supply for clinical trials, and to guarantee the consistent production of high-quality products
• Ensure manufacturing processes, facilities, and systems adhere to current GMP regulations, guidelines, and industry standards
• Provide QA support for upstream manufacturing (master cell bank, drug substance, and drug product) and downstream manufacturing (packaging and labeling) activities
• Maintain robust GMP quality systems, including documentation, change control, deviations, CAPA, and quality events
• Maintain knowledge of current regulatory changes and industry trends and translate new requirements back to the company’s policies and procedures
• Implement risk-based approaches to quality management, identifying and mitigating quality risks across the organization
• Assist in establishing and reporting key quality metrics to monitor performance and drive improvements in GMP compliance and product quality
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, identifying areas for enhancement in quality systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained in GMP requirements and quality procedures
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records and reports related to quality assurance activities
• Foster a culture of quality within the organization, emphasizing the importance of compliance, data integrity, and patient safety
• Assist in GMP inspection readiness activities to support regulatory authority inspections

Benefits

• A great culture, grounded in our C.O.R.E. values: Caring, Original, Resilient and Egoless
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment where you help shape the culture and company, wear multiple hats, and learn quickly
• Market competitive compensation and benefits package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity grant opportunities, health, welfare & retirement benefits
• Flexible PTO
• Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
• Commitment to growing you professionally and providing access to resources to further your development
• Apogee offers regular all team, in-person meetings to build relationships and problem solve