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Vera Therapeutics, Inc.

Director, Quality Assurance, Combination Products

Salary$170k – $250k
LocationRemote
Work moderemote
Typefull-time
DepartmentQuality
EquityIncluded
Company size1+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen17h ago
About the company
Vera Therapeutics is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on the pursuit of truth in science to transform medicine in autoimmune disease, starting with the kidney. Vera Therapeutics’ flagship commercial product is TRUTAKNATM (atacicept-vymj), a B-cell activating factor (BAFF) and A proliferation-inducing ligand *(*APRIL) inhibitor. Vera Therapeutics is evaluating multiple diseases where the reduction of autoantibodies through inhibition of BAFF and APRIL may prove clinically meaningful. Vera Therapeutics was founded in 2016 and is based in Brisbane, California. To learn more, visit www.veratx.com.
At Vera, our values are the cornerstone of our culture and guide how we work together every day. We lead with empathy, act with an owner’s mindset, demand clarity, work without fences, and execute with urgency because patients are counting on us. From how we hire and develop our people to how we advance rigorous science, we are building a team committed to transforming medicine in autoimmune diseases, starting with the kidney.
Position Summary:
The Director, Quality Assurance Combination Products will report to the Vice President of Quality Assurance and oversee the quality oversight of design controls and risk management of the combination product projects from inception through commercialization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drug delivery systems, medical devices and combination product regulations involving biologics. Exceptional organizational, clear communication, strong interpersonal skills, and strategic agility are essential for effectively conveying quality requirements to stakeholders across various functions and external partners. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure that combination products meet regulatory standards, and are safe and effective for patient use.
Responsibilities:
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Oversee the quality and compliance of combination products, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and company objectives.
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Develop and implement quality strategies and processes for combination products, in alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
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Act as the QA contact for all quality-related inquiries and issues concerning device and combination products.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, manufacturing, clinical development, supply chain, commercial, quality, and regulatory affairs, to ensure quality and compliance throughout the combination product lifecycle.
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Help define and implement as appropriate quality standards/specification, methods, systems, and metrics for clinical and commercial quality operations.
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Stay up-to-date with changes in medical device and combination product regulations and industry best practices.
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Participate in the development, review and approval of product documentation, including design control, risk management, and validation.
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Identify gaps and improvement opportunities within the Design History File and Risk Management and track to closure.
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Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to ensure quality and compliance with company standards. Perform quality assurance oversight for validation studies conducted by external partners.
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Communicate effectively with senior management to provide updates on the status of quality and compliance for medical device / combination product.
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Participate in preparation for and execution of regulatory audits. Ensures audit observations related to functional area are addressed appropriately and completed on schedule.
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Act as the Quality representative on assigned product teams to advocate compliance and quality assurance.
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Availability for 5-15% travel, both domestically and internationally.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
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10+ years of experience in quality oversight of drug product device development, with a proven track record of successful product launches.
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Experience in quality oversight of design controls and combination products is required.
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In-depth knowledge of global medical device/combination products standards such as 21 CFR Parts 803, 806, and 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971 and EU MDR.
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Familiar with combination product lifecycle management from initial design phase to commercialization.
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Experience with quality oversight of biological drug products and working CMOs in a plus.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in working across the organization and external partners.
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Ability to identify and resolve complex problems through effective use of technical and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to operate in alignment with Vera’s Core Values.
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Vera Therapeutics Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.
Benefits
Vera Therapeutics is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.
For this role, the anticipated base pay range is
$170,000—$250,000 USD
At Vera, base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual performance incentive bonus, new hire equity, and ongoing performance-based equity. Vera Therapeutics also offers various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, flexible time off, and a number of paid holidays.
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Recruiters will always contact you using the domain of veratx.com. We will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers. If you are unsure if a message is from Vera Therapeutics, please email human resources.
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