Roche

Quality Excellence Lead

Roche$111K — $206K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific or quality-related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or Quality Systems.
  • Expertise in managing quality systems within regulated environments such as GCP, GVP, or MDR.
  • Hands-on experience with AI and advanced data analytics tools.
  • Knowledge management experience with a background in information governance.
  • Strong analytical skills with a proactive risk-based mindset for decision-making.
  • Exceptional communication skills for effective collaboration and change management.

Responsibilities

  • Drive and enhance Quality Infrastructure strategies for efficiency and scalability.
  • Transform raw metrics into actionable business insights while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Implement and scale innovative quality technologies and methodologies.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve global quality outcomes.
  • Oversee governance frameworks and Quality System compliance.
  • Foster a knowledge management culture for organizational growth.
  • Collaborate with global teams to promote a purpose-driven culture.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and innovative quality tools.
  • Flexible working arrangements fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Participation in wellness programs to enhance employee health.
  • Potential for performance-based annual bonuses.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

As Quality Excellence Lead in our Quality Excellence Infrastructure team, you will:

  • Shape the global ecosystem: Drive, maintain, and continuously elevate our Quality Infrastructure strategies to deliver organizational efficiencies, scalability, and measurable productivity gains.

  • Unlock data-driven decision-making: Manage critical Quality data to maintain full regulatory compliance while transforming raw metrics into strategic business insights.

  • Pioneer innovative quality technologies:Champion the implementation, scaling, and ongoing enhancement of cutting-edge Quality tools, AI capabilities, and digital methodologies.

  • Lead strategic, system-wide changes: Apply systems-thinking and collaborative governance to align cross-functional initiatives and accelerate quality outcomes globally.

  • Oversee compliance & governance: Drive end-to-end Quality System oversight, active monitoring, and governance frameworks across the organization.

  • Cultivate a high-impact knowledge network:Implement and champion knowledge management practices across Pharma Development Quality to foster seamless learning and organizational growth.

  • Thrive in a collaborative environment:Partner with global cross-functional teams in an empowering, trusting, and purpose-driven culture dedicated to improving patient lives.

Who You Are
  • Education and Experience:Masters, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in scientific or quality-related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.  5 years in the pharmaceutical industry and/or Quality Systems experience preferred.

  • Proven Quality Systems expertise: Background in quality systems management, ownership, and strategy within regulated health/pharma environments (e.g., Good Clinical Practice [GCP], Good Pharmacovigilance Practices [GVP], Medical Device Regulation [MDR], Software as a Medical Device [SaMD], or Risk-Based Quality Management [RBQM]).

  • Digital & AI literacy:Hands-on experience utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), AI agents, and advanced data analytics tools to optimize quality processes and drive business solutions.

  • Information & Knowledge Management background: Demonstrated experience in information governance, knowledge management, and maintaining standardized procedures.

  • Strategic & critical thinker:Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, risk-based mindset and a track record of data-driven decision-making.

  • Collaborator & change-agent: Exceptional communication skills with a proven ability to build strong partner relationships, align cross-functional stakeholders, and champion change.

YourApplication:  Please kindly provide a cover letter alongside your CV.

The interview process will consist of a screening video interview, followed by a case study presentation as part of the interview process.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $111,000 to $206,100.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

About Roche

Roche Holding AG is a Swiss multinational healthcare company that operates worldwide under two divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. Its holding company, Roche Holding AG, has bearer shares listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The company headquarters are located in Basel. Roche is the largest pharmaceutical company in the world, and the leading provider of cancer treatments globally. The company also produces a range of diagnostic tests for medical professionals and patients. Roche was one of the first companies to bring targeted treatments to patients. In 2019, Roche had over 100,000 employees worldwide, and generated revenue of CHF 61.5 billion.
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Industry
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