Manager, Quality Control Biochemistry

Company Name: Biogen

This is an onsite position Monday through Friday business hours, with occasional weekend and off-shift support required.

About This Role

The Biochemistry Manager will lead the Biochemistry function at our biologics drug substance manufacturing facility with a team of direct reports. This role is essential for overseeing release and stability testing, as well as supporting analytical method transfer and validation activities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the site Biochemistry team, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship, supporting investigations, analytical method validation, and process improvements in QC Biochemistry
• Ensure compliance with Biogen policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, maintaining effective laboratory systems and supporting regulatory submissions
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Biochemistry during regulatory inspections and audits
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Support budget adherence and resource allocation, identifying and addressing variances as needed
• Represent the department in cross-functional and regulatory interactions, supporting strategic initiatives and harmonization of procedures and methods

Who You Are

A confident leader who inspires and develops high-performing teams. Detail-oriented and analytical, with a strong commitment to data integrity and quality. Passionate about continuous improvement and innovation. Resilient and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in QC Biochemistry laboratories within a GMP regulated biologics or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Expertise in analytical methods (electrophoresis, protein characterization and chromatography) including: SDS-PAGE, Gel chip, Capillary electrophoresis, icIEF, SEC, SEC-UPLC, RP-HPLC, IEX, ELSD and BDCA Glycan
• Experience with regulatory inspections and audit readiness
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with business technology tools and data systems (e.g., LIMS, Smart QC, Empower, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to work additional hours as needed to meet department and business needs

Preferred Skills

• Project Management experience
• Experience with the following testing: osmolality, pH, refractive index, functionality, particulate, UV Spectroscopy, SoloVPE, Titer, Poly Analysis

Job Level

Management

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $109,000.00-$146,000.00.

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

Benefits

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.