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Job Summary

Job Title:
Head, Quality Control – Biotech Division
Employer:
Dei BioPharma Ltd
Location:
Matuga, Uganda
Country:
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 12 May 2025

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About the Organisation


DEI BioPharma Drugs and Vaccines Manufacturing Plant is a pioneering pharmaceutical company dedicated to the research, development, and production of high-quality, affordable medicines and vaccines to enhance public health and disease prevention. Recognized for its commitment to pharmaceutical excellence, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation, compliance with global quality standards, and contributions to healthcare advancement in Africa and beyond.

DEI BioPharma fosters a collaborative and research-driven work culture, offering employees professional development opportunities, cutting-edge facilities, and a supportive environment that promotes scientific innovation and teamwork. The company provides diverse job opportunities in biotechnology, pharmaceutical production, quality assurance, research and development, logistics, and administration, with flexible work arrangements to support efficiency and work-life balance. Established with a vision to revolutionize Africa’s pharmaceutical industry, DEI BioPharma has rapidly grown through strategic partnerships, regulatory approvals, and continuous investment in advanced manufacturing technologies.

Its innovation-driven business model integrates state-of-the-art production processes, data-driven research methodologies, and sustainable pharmaceutical solutions to ensure accessibility, affordability, and efficacy. With a vast operational reach, the company supplies essential drugs and vaccines to local and international markets, strengthening healthcare systems and pandemic preparedness. Rooted in core values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and social responsibility, DEI BioPharma remains committed to ethical business practices and long-term health impact.

Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the company actively engages in community health programs, vaccine accessibility initiatives, pharmaceutical education, and environmental sustainability projects. For more information about products, research initiatives, and career opportunities.

Job Title

Head, Quality Control – Biotech Division job at Dei BioPharma Ltd

Dei BioPharma Ltd

Job Description

The position requires strategic oversight and hands-on management of all QC operations, including analytical testing, microbiology, environmental monitoring, method development, and stability programs. The Head of QC is expected to lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure that all laboratory practices conform to global standards like WHO PQ, FDA, EMA, ICH, and ISO 13485. This role includes laboratory compliance, audit preparedness, infrastructure planning, cross-functional coordination, and fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement. The role demands expertise in data integrity, method validation, and regulatory inspection management.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead QC operations including raw material testing, in-process controls, finished product testing, and stability programs.

  • Manage analytical and microbiological laboratories for biologics, including mRNA and recombinant protein platforms.

  • Ensure timely product release and compliance with validated methods and regulatory specifications.

  • Oversee analytical method development, qualification, and validation aligned with ICH Q2 (R2).

  • Maintain laboratory compliance with global standards (WHO, FDA, EMA, ISO 13485).

  • Collaborate with QA, Regulatory, R&D, and Production for batch disposition, CAPA, and process improvement.

  • Prepare for and lead QC inspections and regulatory audits.

  • Monitor KPIs and laboratory performance metrics, reporting regularly to executive leadership.

  • Lead and mentor a team of analysts, microbiologists, and document officers.

  • Manage lab budget, infrastructure upgrades, equipment qualification, and safety compliance.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Academic Qualifications:

  • PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Analytical Chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.

  • Additional certification in cGMP, Quality Management Systems, or Laboratory Compliance is an added advantage.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 15 years’ experience in a GMP-regulated QC environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

  • Extensive knowledge of HPLC, ELISA, PCR, and bioassays.

  • Experience with QC operations for biologics, including mRNA and recombinant protein products.

Competencies:

  • Strong regulatory knowledge (WHO, EMA, FDA, ICH, ISO 13485).

  • Skilled in method transfer, validation, audit readiness, and regulatory inspections.

  • Excellent leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • Commitment to scientific integrity, quality culture, and data-driven decision-making.

How to Apply

ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!

Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply please click the “Apply” button below.

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