QCアソシエイトディレクター/ QC Associate Director
A global pharmaceutical company is looking for a QC Associate Director. The successful candidate will lead quality control laboratory operations, oversee analytical testing, ensure regulatory compliance, develop laboratory teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality operations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead quality control laboratory operations and analytical testing activities in compliance with cGMP, safety, and environmental requirements
- Ensure laboratory testing is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner to support supply targets
- Review quality systems, lead laboratory investigations, and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Ensure laboratory personnel receive required cGMP, EHS, and role-specific training
- Coach and mentor team members to support their personal and professional development
- Manage analytical method transfers, specifications, and product knowledge between development and supply sites
- Ensure compliance with safety requirements related to chemical and equipment handling
- Forecast resource requirements and manage laboratory capital and operating budgets
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance, productivity, and operational efficiency
- Manage operational escalations, stakeholder relationships, financial targets, and productivity KPIs
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Science, Life Science, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or Engineering
- More than 8 years of experience in quality operations or quality control within pharmaceutical manufacturing
- More than 3 years of experience in people management
- Experience in change management and project management
- Strong scientific knowledge of analytical methodologies, regulatory standards, and cGMP requirements
- Proficient in Japanese and English
About the Company:
A globally recognised pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative medicines and healthcare solutions. The organisation is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence across its global manufacturing network.
Keywords:
品質管理, 品質保証, 医薬品, 分析化学, 品質試験, ラボマネジメント, 製薬, 継続的改善, 求人, 外資系
Job Ref: 3188NZ
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Healthcare
Focus: Quality Assurance
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Salary: ¥14,000,000 - ¥17,000,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Language: Japanese - Professional working
Second Language: English - Business level
Location: Tokyo
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 3188NZ-CA1C1466
Date posted: 10 July 2026
Consultant: Leo Tsang
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