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Senior Manager, CMC QA

Ultragenyx


Job Location:

Bedford, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 174900 - 216100
Posted: 21 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Why Join Us
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to achieve this goal our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us this means going where other biopharma companies wont go challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science applying a novel rapid development approach making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives in and outside of we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact do the best work of your career and grow a lot both professionally andpersonally come join our team.
Position Summary:

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The Senior Manager CMC QA will report to theSrDirector CMCQuality Assurance. This role supports UGX QA Lot Disposition team performing tasks related to disposition and documentation activities for UGX and UGT product lots. This position is responsible for oversight and management of the Lot Release system working proactively and cross-functionally to ensure lots are released according to schedule and Patient need.

Work Model:

Flex: This role will typically require onsite work 2-3 days each week or more depending on business many locations the business will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite.

Responsibilities:
  1. Work proactively with TechOps planning function to ensure lot release dispositions are clearly and appropriately scheduled.
  2. Work proactively to schedule and facilitate Production Planning meetings to ensure complete planning for production and subsequent lot release.
  3. Ensure review CMO executed manufacturing batch records per QA SOPs according to schedule and internal KPI requirements
  4. Ensure Certificate of Analysis documents are evaluated and found to be accurate by QC group.
  5. Understand QA systems such as raw material disposition deviations and change control to ensure batch records are compliant with these systems.
  6. Ensure batch record history files are compiled and KPIs are updated and current.
  7. Apply disposition to lots of material manufactured for Clinical Early Access and Commercial use. This includes but not limited to Starting Materials DS DP FG.
  8. Ensures archival of completed and reviewed manufacturing batch records
  9. Drive change control accuracy completeness and transparency through the Change Review Forum
  10. Perform the Change Control QA Role where needed
  11. Identify opportunities for improvement in Lot Release and Change Control and use continuous improvement tools to drive implementation of improvements
  12. Perform QMS data collection and trending for all APQR activities
  13. Plan and coordinate cross-functional meetings with QP/QO/RP.
  14. Other duties as assigned.
  15. For DS/DP ability to be authorized to assign lot disposition (releases lots)
Requirements:
  1. Bachelors degree in a science or related technical field with no less than 7 years relevant industry experience
  2. Working knowledge of desktop computers
  3. Demonstrated ability for detail-oriented work
  4. This individual must exhibit strong compliance organization and communication skills.
  5. In depth knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations including 21 CFR Part 11 GMPs GCPs GAMP 5 and Annex 11.
  6. Extensive experience in managing multiple validation projects developing plans managing to project schedules and directing vendor/contract resources in creating CSV deliverables.
  7. Diverse experience validating GxP-regulated applications for quality management regulatory submissions controlled document management solutions and clinical development
  8. Must possess excellent communication conflict resolutions influence and problem-solving skills.
  9. Deep understanding of the validation methodologies applied to on-prem applications and hosted environment.
  10. Strong attention to detail quality oriented
  11. Must be self-motivated and comfortable in a fast-paced demanding and dynamic work environment.

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The typical annual salary range for this full-time position is listed below. This range reflects the characteristics of the job such as required skills and qualifications and is based on the office location noted in this job posting. The range may also be adjusted based on applicants geographic location.


This position is eligible for annual bonus and equity incentives. Actual individual pay is determined by demonstrated experience and internal equity alignment.

Pay Range

$174900 - $216100 USD

Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits including but not limited to:
Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
Volunteer days
Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
Employee wellbeing benefits
Fitness reimbursement
Tuition sponsoring
Professional development plans
* Benefits vary by region and country

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin/ancestry age disability marital and veteran status and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal state and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law including individuals with disabilities disabled veterans for pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or in any part of the recruitment process you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at .

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Ultragenyx is focused on developing first-ever approved treatments for rare and ultrarare diseases and moving the rare disease community forward.

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