Hybrid Quality Control Manager – Contract Testing Lab

at Adverum Biotechnologies

• Job title: Quality Control Manager – Contract Testing Lab
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $55 - $65 per hour
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Redwood City, United States

About the role

• Quality Control CTL Manager at Adverum Biotechnologies ensuring efficient QC testing across contract labs. Collaborating with teams and managing method validation in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Manage all QC Release and Stability sample testing activities at all CTLs, including but not limited to, sample and reagent shipment coordination, shipment temptale review, updated test method review/approval, advise on lab scheduling and test priority, support problem solving activities at CTLs for test directives, support OOS/OOE/OOT/Atypical lab investigations, final test data COA review/acceptance.
• Manager/support method transfer and method validation activities at CTLs and CMOs, including but not limited to, protocol review/approval, reagent shipment coordination, method validation design and document review/approval, validation data packet evaluation, final report review/approval.
• Author and revise internal SOPs, forms, and documentation related to CTL management, data review, and lab investigation activities.
• Support CTL and CMO lab audit activities if needed.
• Participate in internal audits, external inspections, and quality system assessments by providing documentation and subject‑matter expertise.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with QC, QA, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Facilities to improve processes, reduce risks, and strengthen compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline laboratory workflows and enhance data integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field).
• Minimum 4–6 years of work experience in a GMP analytical laboratory and/or QC environment.
• Prior CTL management experience is preferred
• Strong understanding of cGMP requirements and regulatory expectations for biotechnology and pharmaceutical QC operations.
• Experience with LIMS, electronic inventory systems, or sample tracking databases.
• Familiarity with stability programs and chain‑of‑custody workflows.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability and adaptability to shifting priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and laboratory equipment software.