The actual location of this job is in Bend, Oregon (USA). Relocationassistanceis available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

We're looking for an Associate Director, QualityAssuranceto provide strategic quality leadership at our Bend site. In this role, you will lead critical quality programs, develop high-performing teams, and help ensure the delivery of life-changing therapies that positivelyimpactpatients around the world.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Opportunities to lead and develop talented quality professionals.

• Exposure tocross-functional and global quality initiatives.

• Access to Lonza's comprehensive benefits programs.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee the site's Quality Assurance Management System to ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.

• Serve as the primary QualityAssurancecontact for site quality systems and quality-related activities.

• Oversee investigations, change controls, and CAPAs to ensuretimelyand compliant execution.

• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Assurance team members to build a high-performing organization.

• Support client and regulatory audits and helpmaintainan inspection-ready environment.

• Partner with clients, project teams, and site stakeholders to drive quality initiatives and achieve businessobjectives.

• Lead risk-based quality strategies and continuous improvement projects that support operational excellence.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, ora relatedfield.

• 10+ years of quality assurance experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry.

• Experience leading quality teams and developing high-performing employees.

• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

• Experience with FDA regulations, including CFR Parts 11, 210, 211, and 820.

• Proven ability to manage quality systems, investigations, change controls, and CAPA programs.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.