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Assistant Manager - Ipqa(Ds)

Enzene Biosciences Ltd.
Enzene Biosciences Ltd.
8-11 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 14, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Assistant Manager – IPQA (Drug Substance)

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Employment Type: Permanent
Department: Quality Assurance – U2
Industry: Biopharmaceutical / Biotechnology

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – IPQA (Drug Substance) to support and strengthen in-process quality assurance activities across manufacturing operations. The role is responsible for ensuring cGMP compliance, effective quality systems management, validation oversight, CPV review, and cross-functional QA leadership within a regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining product quality, data integrity, and inspection readiness throughout the drug substance lifecycle.


Key Responsibilities

IPQA & Shop Floor Oversight

  • Perform in-process QA oversight and investigations on manufacturing shop floors for Drug Substance operations.

  • Ensure compliance with approved procedures, batch records, and GMP requirements.

Documentation & QMS Management

  • Prepare, review, and manage quality documentation including Change Control, Deviations, OOS, CAPA, Lab Incidents, APQR, and investigation reports.

  • Ensure timely follow-up, closure, and effectiveness verification of all QMS actions.

Validation & CPV Review

  • Review and approve Process Validation and Cleaning Validation protocols and reports.

  • Review Continued Process Verification (CPV) data and ensure appropriate trending and compliance.

  • Utilize JMP software for CPV and PQR analysis and reporting.

Technology Transfer & Cell Bank Documentation

  • Handle and review Cell Bank documentation and Technology Transfer (TT) documents.

  • Ensure completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance of transferred knowledge and data.

Internal Audits & Compliance

  • Execute and monitor internal audit programs to ensure continuous GMP compliance.

  • Support inspection readiness and regulatory audit preparedness.

Team & Stakeholder Management

  • Manage QA team engagements and provide guidance on IPQA activities.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Validation, QC, and other cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues effectively.


Education & Experience Requirements

  • Educational Qualification: M.Pharm, M.Sc, or equivalent degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related discipline.

  • Experience Required: 8–11 years of relevant experience in IPQA / Quality Assurance within a biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with strong exposure to Drug Substance operations.


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, QMS, validation, CPV, and data integrity principles.

  • Hands-on experience with JMP software for CPV and PQR.

  • Proven ability to manage investigations, CAPAs, and complex quality documentation.

  • Leadership and team coordination skills within QA operations.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities.


Why Join This Role

This position offers a strategic opportunity to lead critical IPQA activities, contribute to robust quality systems, and work in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment focused on compliance, innovation, and operational excellence.