Manager, Quality Management Systems

Twist Bioscience
South San Francisco, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with deep ISO 13485 expertise and experience in the genomics or life sciences space, comfortable with leading audit and training programs across global teams.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with ISO 13485 compliance experience and strong management capabilities in audit and training programs
    — “deep ISO 13485 expertise, hands-on audit experience, and a strong understanding of the genomics or life sciences space”
  • Individuals with proven track record in QMS procedure development and audit execution
    — “Proven experience developing and implementing QMS procedures and conducting internal and external audits”
  • Candidates with a background in medical device or biotech industries, especially those with product commercialization knowledge
    — “Experience with the product development lifecycle and product commercialization, including guiding large-scale programs toward commercialization goals”

Things to consider

  • The role demands managing both local and global teams, which may require cross-timezone coordination
    — “Manage the local and global audit team”
  • Candidates must be prepared to stay current on evolving regulatory changes in genomics
    — “Stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes in genomics”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with QMS management software and audit program leadership in your resume and interview responses
    — “Hands-on experience with QMS management software”
  • Emphasize your ability to design and maintain quality programs tailored to customer needs
    — “design and maintain quality programs that meet customer requirements for each product line”
  • Showcase your training program management and curriculum development skills in your application materials
    — “Own the quality training program, including curriculum development, training assignments, and completion tracking across all disciplines”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks like ISO 13485 and FDA regulations
    — “Working knowledge of ISO 13485, genomics, and regulatory compliance”
  • Include examples of leading QA initiatives and driving continuous improvement in your interview narrative
    — “drive continuous improvement”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • ISO 13485 compliance
  • quality training program
  • audit program
Typical background
7+ years of experience in medical device or biotechnology industry

Skills & requirements

Required

ISO 13485Quality Management SystemsInternal And External AuditsQuality Training ProgramRegulatory ComplianceProduct Development Lifecycle

Preferred

Genomics Industry ExperienceFDA RegulationsEU IVDRGMP RequirementsSix Sigma

Stack & domain

ISO 13485QMS ProceduresInternal And External AuditsQuality Training ProgramQuality AssuranceRegulatory ComplianceQMS Management SoftwareProduct Development LifecycleCommercializationSupplier Quality ObjectivesMonitoring And Measurement SystemsTraining And MentoringGenomicsFDA RegulationsEU IVDRGMP RequirementsRisk ManagementDesign ControlsSix SigmaSupervisoryOrganizationalAnalyticalProblem-solvingWritten And Verbal CommunicationCollaborationLeadershipMedical DeviceBiotechnologyLife Sciences

About the role

Original posting from Twist Bioscience via Greenhouse

We are looking for an experienced Manager of Quality Management Systems to build, maintain, and improve our ISO 13485-certified QMS. In this role, you will own our internal and external audit program and our quality training program. You will keep the QMS compliant across all disciplines and support regulatory initiatives. You will also design and maintain quality programs that meet customer requirements for each product line. The ideal candidate brings deep ISO 13485 expertise, hands-on audit experience, and a strong understanding of the genomics or life sciences space.

What You’ll Do

Implement and maintain QMS procedures that comply with ISO 13485:2016 and other applicable regulations, and support certification across product lines.

Own the internal and external audit program. This includes setting the audit schedule, conducting audits, and identifying and resolving nonconformities.

Manage the local and global audit team.

Own the quality training program, including curriculum development, training assignments, and completion tracking across all disciplines.

Lead Quality Assurance initiatives and projects focused on audit, training, and compliance.

Oversee QMS compliance for all personnel and functions.

Make sure supplier quality objectives are met.

Support the product and software development lifecycles with appropriate design controls.

Maintain monitoring and measurement systems and drive continuous improvement.

Train and mentor QA team members on QMS principles, ISO 13485, and regulatory compliance.

Stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes in genomics.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical/Life Sciences, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

7+ years of experience in the medical device or biotechnology industry, with a strong focus on QMS and ISO 13485 compliance.

Proven experience developing and implementing QMS procedures and conducting internal and external audits.

Working knowledge of ISO 13485, genomics, and regulatory compliance.

Hands-on experience with QMS management software.

Experience with the product development lifecycle and product commercialization, including guiding large-scale programs toward commercialization goals.

Strong supervisory, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Ability to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

Experience in the genomics industry.

Experience with FDA regulations for medical devices and IVDs.

Experience with EU IVDR.

Experience with GMP requirements.

Deep knowledge of risk management and design controls.

Six Sigma or other quality improvement methodology experience.

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.

At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals, and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.

Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.

The base cash compensation for this California-based role is below. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate skill, experience, expertise, and location and may vary from the amount listed above. Compensation may be different in other locations.San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range$150,000—$175,000 USD

Source: Twist Bioscience careers (Greenhouse)

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