About Akkodis
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At Akkodis, we combine engineering, digital, and scientific expertise to support some of the world's most innovative life sciences organizations. We are currently looking for a Pharma MSAT Quality Lead to strengthen our consulting team and support strategic pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality initiatives.
Your Mission
As a Pharma MSAT Quality Lead, you will provide quality leadership and technical expertise for Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) activities related to pharmaceutical drug substances, drug products, and packaging operations.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, Quality, Technical Operations, Supply Chain, and Development functions to ensure robust quality oversight, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement throughout the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert Quality Assurance support for MSAT activities in commercial manufacturing environments.
* Lead and support:
* Process and analytical troubleshooting activities.
* Process improvements and lifecycle management initiatives.
* Technology transfers and process industrialization projects.
* Complex investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA implementation.
* Process validation oversight and Continuous Process Verification (CPV).
* Establish strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure quality oversight through governance models, KPIs, and performance monitoring.
* Support cross-functional projects and strategic quality initiatives.
* Promote quality culture and best practices across teams.
* Contribute to the development and optimization of quality systems, procedures, and processes.
* Provide operational QA support when required, including quality agreements, audit follow-up activities, and vendor quality management.
* Mentor and coach colleagues while supporting knowledge sharing and capability development.
Profile
Education
* Master's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, or related discipline.
* Additional quality or GMP certifications are considered an asset.
Experience & Skills
* Strong experience in the pharmaceutical industry within Quality Assurance and Manufacturing environments.
* Solid understanding of GMP requirements and global pharmaceutical regulations.
* Proven expertise in:
* Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
* Technical transfers.
* Process validation and CPV.
* Deviation management, investigations, and CAPA.
* Risk assessment and quality systems.
* Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
* Ability to operate autonomously and manage complex projects.
* Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work on high-impact pharmaceutical projects.
* Exposure to global manufacturing and quality operations.
* Collaboration with multidisciplinary international teams.
* Continuous learning and career development opportunities through Akkodis.
* Flexible consulting environment with challenging assignments.
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