Quality Control Team Lead

Company description: OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, OXB has more than 30 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies. Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patients cells.

One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy).

OXB collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXB's world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise.

Job description:

Join Us in Changing Lives At OXB , our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Wereon a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the worldandwerelooking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day:
Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful . Were currently recruiting for a QC Team Lead to join our Quality Control team. In this role, you will lead a team of QC Officers, co-ordinate the day-to-day CTO (contract testing organisation) testing requirements to meet the scheduled timelines for batch release and meet client demands whilst ensuring regulatory compliance, playing a key part in advancing our mission and making a real difference.

Your responsibilities in this role would be:
Leading, line managing and being accountable for the performance of the external testing team and effectively manage major projects Managing of external testing, reporting of results and liaising with external testing labs as first point of contact for any queries Ensuring that all work is performed to GMP and regulatory compliance Organising team training and reviewing/approving training records Representing the QC external testing team during interfaces with other departments, CTOs and clients Representing the QC external testing team and acting as SME during client audits and regulatory inspections as required Working closely alongside other Team Leads in QC and across the business to harmonise procedures, show best practices, drive initiatives and develop a culture of sharing knowledge We are looking for:
Degree-level education with experience in pharmaceutical QC within a GMP environment Strong knowledge of QC testing, quality management systems, and ICH/regulatory guidelines Proven ability to lead internal and external communications and manage external QC testing for batch release Skilled in training and guiding direct reports, problem-solving, and implementing process improvements Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at task management Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and motivate others

About Us:

OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 30 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies. OXB collaborates with some of the worlds most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturingexpertisein lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors.

OXBs world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise. Why Join Us? Competitive total reward packages Wellbeing programmes that support your mental and physical health

Career development opportunities to help you grow and thrive Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities A company that lives its values:
Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect We want you to feel inspired every day. AtOXB,were future-focused and growing fast. We succeed together through passion, commitment, and teamwork. Ready to Make a Difference? Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives.