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Omeros Corp.

Director, Quality Control

Seattle, WA · On-site

The Director, Quality Control will provide strategic leadership in managing a growing team of scientists responsible for QC-related activities and operations. This individual will be responsible for ...

AMRI

Director, Quality Control

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

The Director of Quality Control (QC) is responsible for leading the Quality Control Unit (Microbiology & Chemistry) at the site and for providing analytical technical guidance to the various site ...

Curia, Inc.

Director, Quality Control

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

The Director of Quality Control (QC) is responsible for leading the Quality Control Unit (Microbiology & Chemistry) at the site and for providing analytical technical guidance to the various site ...

Calibre CPA Group

Director, Quality Control

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Quality Control Director will ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all audit engagements. You will review audit workpapers, financial statements, and related documentation to ensure ...

TEKNOVA

Associate Director, Quality

Hollister, CA

$175K - $230K/yr

JOB OVERVIEW The Associate Director, Quality will develop, establish, and maintain quality ... QC and strategic business objectives of the organization. The role will provide technical ...

TEKNOVA

Associate Director, Quality

Hollister, CA · On-site

$175K - $230K/yr

JOB OVERVIEW The Associate Director, Quality will develop, establish, and maintain quality ... QC and strategic business objectives of the organization. The role will provide technical ...

CG Oncology, Inc.

Sr Director, Quality Control

$230K - $270K/yr

About the role The Sr Director, Quality Control at CG Oncology reports to the VP, Analytical Development and Quality Control and serves as a strategic leader responsible for end-to-end product ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate director quality control in the United States is $125,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,000.00 and $151,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Director of Quality Control often manages teams with varied technical backgrounds, which can lead to challenges in aligning processes, maintaining consistent training standards, and ensuring clear communication across functions. Balancing the demands of regulatory compliance, tight production timelines, and continuous improvement initiatives is also a common challenge. Successful leaders in this role foster a culture of collaboration, prioritize ongoing training, and implement standardized procedures to help their teams deliver reliable results and support broader organizational goals.

What are Associate Director Quality Control?

An Associate Director of Quality Control is a senior management professional responsible for overseeing the quality control processes within an organization, often in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or manufacturing. They lead teams that test and monitor product quality, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and develop strategies to improve testing procedures. Their role involves managing budgets, mentoring staff, and collaborating with other departments to uphold product integrity. Associate Directors of Quality Control often report to higher-level executives and play a key role in maintaining customer trust and regulatory approval.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Director of Quality Control, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Director of Quality Control, you need in-depth knowledge of quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and relevant scientific or technical expertise, typically supported by a degree in life sciences or engineering. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), quality assurance software, and certifications such as Six Sigma or ASQ are highly valuable. Leadership, problem-solving, and strong communication skills help drive team performance and foster cross-functional collaboration. These skills ensure rigorous product quality, regulatory adherence, and operational efficiency in quality-driven environments.

What is the difference between Associate Director Quality Control vs Quality Control Manager?

AspectAssociate Director Quality ControlQuality Control Manager
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Life Sciences, Quality Certifications (e.g., CQE)Bachelor's/Master's in Life Sciences, Quality Certifications (e.g., CQE)
Work EnvironmentLeadership role in labs or manufacturing facilities, overseeing teamsSupervises QC teams, conducts testing, and ensures compliance
Industry UsageUsed in pharmaceutical, biotech, and biotech manufacturing companiesCommon in similar industries, often reporting to Associate Directors

The Associate Director Quality Control typically holds a higher strategic and leadership role, overseeing multiple teams and ensuring compliance at a broader level. The Quality Control Manager focuses more on daily testing, team supervision, and operational tasks. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and responsibility.

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Director, Quality Control

Director, Quality Control

Omeros Corp.

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Description
We are a fast-growing and dynamic organization seeking a Director, Quality Control to join our CMC team. The Director, Quality Control will provide strategic leadership in managing a growing team of scientists responsible for QC-related activities and operations. This individual will be responsible for providing scientific leadership, defining QC strategy and determining a roadmap for QC related activities and operations to meet corporate objectives. The scope of this role covers all phases of product development (clinical and commercial) at Omeros for both large and small pharmaceutical products.
Good things are happening at Omeros!
Who is Omeros?
Omeros is an innovative biotechnology company that discovers, develops, and commercializes first-in-class small-molecule and protein therapeutics for large-market and orphan indications, with particular emphasis on complement-mediated diseases, cancers, and addictive or compulsive disorders. Omeros' lead lectin pathway inhibitor YARTEMLEA®, which inhibits the pathway's effector enzyme MASP-2, is FDA-approved for the treatment of hematopoietic stem cell transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy (TA-TMA) in adult and pediatric patients ages two years and older, with a planned U.S. launch in January 2026. A marketing authorization application for YARTEMLEA in TA-TMA is currently under review by the European Medicines Agency, with a decision expected in mid-2026. OMS1029, Omeros' long-acting MASP-2 inhibitor, has successfully completed Phase 1 clinical trials.
Under a recently announced asset purchase and licensing agreement, Novo Nordisk acquired global rights to zaltenibart (formerly OMS906), a MASP-3 inhibitor in clinical development for PNH and other alternative pathway indications, along with associated intellectual property and related assets. Omeros' pipeline also includes OMS527, a phosphodiesterase 7 inhibitor in clinical development for cocaine use disorder and fully funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, as well as a growing portfolio of novel molecular and cellular oncology programs. For more information about Omeros and its programs, visit www.omeros.com.
What are your job responsibilities?
  • Lead Quality Control (QC) activities for clinical and commercial products, including management of in-process and release testing of GMP products
  • Lead and manage QC staff including hiring, developing, evaluating and goal setting
  • Oversee GMP clinical and commercial stability planning, execution, statistical data analysis and data trending in support of product expiry/shelf-life determination
  • Oversee Quality Control requirements for compliance with cGMP regulations at external contract manufacturing and testing organizations
  • Oversee product release and stability specification setting and COA generation
  • Oversee and approve release of QC components of GMP manufacturing batch and test records at external contract organizations
  • Develop Quality Control strategy and direction in conjunction with the development of analytical methods and manufacturing processes by the Omeros Technical CMC teams
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to transfer, qualify and validate analytical methods
  • Establish and maintain quality control standards applicable to the clinical and commercial product phases
  • Author/review relevant sections of regulatory filing reports and submissions
  • Drive continuous improvement projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

What education and experience do you need?
  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or a related scientific field
  • 10+ years Quality Control experience is required, preferably with both biologics and small molecules
  • Strong knowledge of GMPs, ICH guidelines and Quality management systems
  • Experience with analytical methods technology transfer to third parties
  • Experience with regulatory authority meetings and GMP site inspections
  • Extensive experience with analytical method development and validation
  • Expertise with stability testing, data trending and expiry setting strategy
  • Experience with testing injectable and oral dosage forms preferred
  • Experience in big pharma/biotech; experience in a startup biopharma company is desirable
  • Proficiency in MS Office, Word and Excel; statistical analysis software is desirable

Behavioral Competencies Required:
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with management, peers, subordinates, and externally with third party contract organizations
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with a proven track record of developing employees
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the highest integrity

Other Responsibilities:
  • Occasionally required to travel
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Management and supervision of a small team and contractor(s)
  • Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

Compensation and Benefits:
Omeros is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package designed to support the lives of our employees and their families. The wage scale for Director Quality Control position is ($210,000-$245,000). Salaries will be determined based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience relevant to the role. Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees accrue three weeks of vacation and 80 hours of sick time on an annual basis and receive twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. This position is eligible for incentive and stock options. To learn more about Omeros, please visit www.omeros.com.
Omeros is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.
It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation to anyone with a disability who needs assistance completing the job application process. If you need assistance, you can either send an e-mail to hr@omeros.com or contact Omeros, asking for Human Resources, at (206) 676-5000.
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Biotechnology research and development

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201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US

Year founded

1994

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