Associate Director, Quality

At Merck & Co., we are committed to improving the lives of patients around the world through innovative and high-quality pharmaceutical products. As the Associate Director, Quality, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and compliance. We are looking for a highly experienced and driven individual to lead our Quality team and uphold our company's reputation for excellence. If you are passionate about quality assurance and have a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a positive impact on global healthcare.

1. Develop and implement quality assurance strategies and processes to ensure the safety, efficacy, and compliance of all pharmaceutical products produced by Merck & Co.
2. Lead and manage a team of quality professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure their success in upholding the company's high standards.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs, to ensure that all quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.
4. Stay up-to-date with industry regulations, guidelines, and best practices to continuously improve and enhance the company's quality systems.
5. Conduct regular audits and inspections of manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and vendors to assess compliance with quality standards and identify areas for improvement.
6. Investigate and resolve any quality issues or deviations, working closely with relevant departments to implement corrective and preventive actions.
7. Monitor and analyze quality data to identify trends and implement proactive measures to prevent quality issues.
8. Act as a subject matter expert on quality-related topics and provide guidance and support to colleagues across the organization.
9. Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and participate in audits and inspections as needed.
10. Champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the company, promoting a strong understanding and adherence to quality standards at all levels.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Associate Director, Quality in Durham, NC, USA is $120,000 - $150,000 per year. This may vary depending on the specific company, industry, and individual qualifications and experience.

Merck & Co., Inc., d.b.a. Merck Sharp & Dohme outside the United States and Canada, is an American multinational pharmaceutical company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Merck & Co., Inc. engages in the provision of health solutions through its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, animal health, and consumer care products. It operates through the following segments: Pharmaceutical, Animal Health, Alliances and Healthcare Services. The Pharmaceutical segment includes human health pharmaceutical and vaccine products marketed either directly by the company or through joint ventures.