Associate Director, QC Operations, US Site (Hopewell, NJ)

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description:

The Associate Director Quality Control (QC) will lead analytical strategy, method lifecycle management, and QC operations to support GMP testing and release of materials, intermediates, and finished products. Direct analytical team on the studies of the characterization of in-process, release, and stability samples in support of

manufacturing operations ensuring compliance with FDA/EU and international regulations. The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory Affairs, Process Development, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, as well as external vendor management.  This position is in Hopewell, NJ reporting into the Director, QC Operations.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Develop and oversee quality control (QC) procedures and programs for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) testing and product release.

• Lead and conduct laboratory investigations for Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and Out of Expectation (OOE) results, including the authorship of technical documents such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Test Methods, and Validation Protocols/Reports.

• Manage assay development, qualification, and technical transfer processes for both internal and external vendors.

• Provide technical guidance and written support for Investigational New Drug (IND) submissions and other regulatory documentation.

• Coordinate and schedule analytical testing, ensuring thorough review and approval of test records, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and final reports.

• Train and supervise laboratory personnel, effectively managing direct reports to foster a high-performing team.

• Support troubleshooting during method transfers and validation studies, while authoring, reviewing, and approving experimental protocols, validation reports, test methods, and technical memos/reports.

• Guide the team in data analysis and trending to evaluate results and draw actionable conclusions to support decision-making.

• Ensure that all documentation is completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Provide decisive leadership and operational expertise to drive quality and efficiency within the QC department.

• Collaborate cross-functionally within the organization to shape product life-cycle timelines and support synthesis and formulation divisions effectively.

• Facilitate successful technology transfer between internal departments and external partners, including ARD, TPL, and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs).

• Establish and maintain a working environment that attracts and retains top talent, promotes ongoing staff development, and recognizes individuals with high potential in both technical and managerial roles.

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field and 8+ years of experience in analytical sciences and GMP/GLP environments; Master’s degree preferred

• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience leading teams and projects

• Working knowledge and experience with chemistry analytical methods such as HPLC, GC, TOC, Capillary Electrophoresis (CGE-Reduced, CGE-Non-Reduced, and Capillary Zone Electrophoresis), etc.

• Expertise in Chemistry or other closely related disciplines with 5+ years relevant work experience in pharmaceutical industry

• Strong understanding of GMP/GLP regulations

• Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Hands-on experience on analytical team building with strong problem-solving skills.

• Conversant with ICH guidelines, applicable law and regulations of major markets (China, US, EU, Japan, etc.), and other compendial requirements (USP, EP, ChP etc.)

• Experienced in CMC document preparation for IND and NDA filing.

• The candidate should be a very effective communicator, interacting with key stakeholders, regulators and other technical lines and matrix teams.

• Strong written and communication skills and an ability to work effectively with a diverse team of co-workers in a dynamic environment.

Travel:  Up to 20%

Global Competencies:

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Collaborative Spirit

  Fosters Teamwork

  Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback

  Self-Awareness

  Acts Inclusively

• Bold Ingenuity

  Demonstrates Initiative

  Entrepreneurial Mindset

  Continuous Learning

  Embraces Change

• Driving Excellence

  Results-Oriented

  Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis

  Financial Excellence

  Communicates with Clarity

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal, state or local laws, applicants who require reasonable accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected].