Assoc. Dir, Quality Assurance

募集要項

仕事内容

・Serve as the primary Quality liaison for strategic API suppliers, ensuring sustained compliance with GMP, company standards, global regulations (EU, FDA, others), Annex 1 where applicable, and the our company Quality Manual.
・Maintain and negotiate Quality Agreements; ensure alignment with Commercial Agreements and update as needed.
・Assess supplier capability using risk-based tools; plan and lead on-site/remote audits, issue evidence-based reports, and drive effective CAPA with verification of effectiveness.
・Strengthen supplier Quality Management Systems (change control, deviations, CAPA, OOS/OOT, document control, training, internal audits, management review).
・Review, approve, and manage supplier change controls; coordinate regulatory impact assessments with cross-functional partners.
・Lead investigations into deviations, OOS/OOT, microbiological excursions, stability issues, and complaints; ensure robust root-cause analysis, remediation, and required regulatory reporting.
・Provide oversight for technology transfers and support process validation to ensure compliant, robust product realization.
・Drive inspection readiness and represent our company during regulatory interactions and inspections.
・Monitor supplier performance via KPIs and periodic reviews; identify trends and implement systemic corrective/preventive actions.
・Collaborate with Technical, Regulatory, Procurement/Supply Chain, and manufacturing sites to ensure alignment, timely issue resolution, and risk management.
・Proactively escalate critical quality or supply-continuity risks to senior management with clear, actionable recommendations.
・Coach and mentor supplier and internal teams to build capability and foster a strong quality culture.
・Operate effectively in a global, virtual, matrixed environment; travel to supplier sites as required and keep the Director, SQA informed of status, opportunities, and issues.

応募条件

【必須事項】

・Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific/engineering field.
・Experience: 8+ years in GMP-regulated environments (API and/or drug product), with proven responsibility in Quality Assurance/Quality Control and manufacturing/technical operations.
・Regulatory/GMP expertise: Strong working knowledge of EU, FDA, and relevant global regulations; familiar with ICH guidelines and Annex 1 (where applicable).
・Quality Systems: Hands-on experience with QMS elements (change control, deviations, CAPA, OOS/OOT investigations, document control, training, internal audits, management review).
・Technical investigations: Ability to lead root‑cause analysis and remediation for deviations, OOS/OOT, microbiological excursions, stability issues, and complaints.
・Communication: Fluency in Japanese and strong proficiency in English; able to communicate clearly in both languages and interpret Japanese requirements for global teams.
Travel： Willing and able to travel ~25% domestically and internationally.

【歓迎経験】

・Certifications：Formal auditor training/certification (e.g., GMP Auditor, ISO 9001/13485); quality certifications (e.g., ASQ CQE/CQA) beneficial.
・Sterile and biologics experience：Exposure to sterile manufacturing/Annex 1, biologics, vaccines, or combination products.
・Technology transfer/validation：Experience supporting technology transfers and process validation activities.
・Regulatory engagement： Direct experience supporting or participating in regulatory inspections (FDA, EMA, PMDA) and inspection readiness.
・Digital/QMS tools：Proficiency with electronic QMS/LIMS/TrackWise or similar systems; strong Excel and data analysis skills for KPI trending and reporting.
・Continuous improvement：Demonstrated ability to simplify processes, implement systemic CAPA, and drive sustainable improvements.

【免許・資格】

【勤務開始日】

応相談

学歴

大学卒以上

雇用形態

正社員

試用期間

3ヶ月

勤務地

転勤の有無

転勤なし

受動喫煙防止措置

屋内禁煙

勤務時間

みなし労働時間制

勤務開始日

応相談

休日休暇

年間休日数：125
土日祝
年間有給休暇：　12日 ～ 20日
法定休暇：年次有給休暇
特別休暇：夏季休暇、年末年始休暇

年収・給与

年収　　850万円～1400万円　

諸手当

営業日当、住宅手当、通勤交通費

昇給

年1回

賞与

年2回（9月と3月）

採用人数

1名　

待遇・福利厚生

通勤手当：有
住宅手当：有
パートナーシップ制度　等

各種制度

健康保険：有
雇用保険：有
労災保険：有
厚生年金：有
退職金制度：有

選考プロセス

１）書類選考
２）一次面接
３）二次面接
４）最終面接