Senior Specialist, Quality Operations

4 days ago


Redwood City, California, United States Corcept Therapeutics Full time $127,400 - $149,000 per year

Corcept is leading the way in the research and development of cortisol modulators, molecules that regulate cortisol activity at the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). To date, we have discovered more than 1,000 selective proprietary cortisol modulators.

In 2012, we received FDA approval of Korlym (mifepristone), the first approved treatment for hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome).

Today, our team and collaborators continue to unlock the possibilities of cortisol modulation as a way to treat serious diseases. With more than 30 ongoing studies across a wide range of disease areas, including endocrinology, oncology, metabolism, and neurology, we remain dedicated to advancing the possibilities of cortisol modulation.

What began as a ripple of scientific truth is now poised to unleash a sea change of discovery representing a fundamental shift in the way we understand and treat disease.

The Senior Specialist, Quality Operations is responsible for a variety of operational activities pertaining to assuring product quality and compliance to the manufacture, testing, control, validation, and release of pharmaceutical drug substance and drug product for commercial and clinical distribution.

Responsibilities:

  • Support various Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) projects
  • Work cross-functionally with the CMC group to provide oversight and resolve quality investigations of issues that occur at contract manufacturing and testing organizations
  • Interface with CMOs/CTLs to provide QA oversight of routine manufacturing and packaging activities
  • Perform product disposition/batch release
  • Review and approve master batch records and executed batch records
  • Review and approve quality control records (e.g., COAs, specifications, analytical protocols and reports, stability protocol and reports, etc.)
  • Review and approve manufacturing records (e.g., validation/development/transfer protocols and reports etc.)
  • Review and approve quality events (e.g., deviations, change controls, CAPAs and complaints)
  • Ensure timely complaint initiation, investigation/analysis and closure
  • Support quality audit of suppliers, CTLs and CMOs
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

  • Strong technical knowledge of analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies and processes
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with project team members, management groups and suppliers
  • Works well in a project team environment with solid problem analysis and decision-making ability
  • Ability to author, review and approve SOPs and other controlled documentation for compliance with applicable regulations
  • Advanced Microsoft Office application skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Travel required

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • BA/BS or master's degree in science, engineering or related field
  • 6+ years in Quality Assurance
  • Knowledge in the application of 21CFR211, global cGMP regulations and ICH guidelines regarding good manufacturing practices in the development, manufacturing, testing, delivery and control of pharmaceutical products

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $127,400 - $149,000; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Corcept appreciates the commitment and hard work of all our team members as we strive to discover and develop novel treatments for patients with serious unmet medical needs.

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