Senior Manager, Quality Control Analytical

Umoja Biopharma is a biotech company seeking a Senior Manager, Quality Control Analytical to lead day-to-day QC Analytical lab operations, oversee team management, and drive implementation of digital and automation tools.

Requirements

• Model Umoja values by setting clear expectations, coaching performance, and building an inclusive, high-accountability culture within QC Analytical.
• Own day-to-day QC Analytical lab operations (planning, staffing, scheduling, and execution) across analytical testing, stability programs, and sample management to ensure compliant, on-time delivery of testing results in support of corporate goals and program milestones.
• Lead a matrixed team of full time employees and contractors, including recruiting, performance management, and talent development
• Oversee use and continuous improvement of QC Analytical programs, processes, and systems to ensure consistent cGMP execution and scalability.
• Drive implementation and adoption of lab digital and automation tools (e.g., LIMS, reagent management, electronic lab notebook) to improve throughput, right-first-time performance, and compliance.
• As QC Analytical management, collaborate with Analytical Development to ensure method readiness for QC (transfer, qualification/validation, training, and routine execution) in support of analytical method lifecycle activities.
• Forecast demand and build capacity plans (headcount, training, equipment, and coverage) aligned to manufacturing timelines and program needs.
• Champion Operational Excellence/Lean by establishing metrics, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives that measurably improve quality, cycle time, and efficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401k plan through Fidelity with 100% match up to first 4% deferral
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Employee commuter benefits
• Cell phone stipend