Quality Control Associate Director – CGT Manufacturing

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Job Description Job Summary: Vertex is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Quality Control to provide strategic and operational leadership for commercial Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) programs supported through external manufacturing and testing partners. This role is accountable for QC oversight of CMOs and CTLs, people leadership within the External Manufacturing QC organization, and sustained inspection readiness for commercial supply. The successful candidate will lead teams responsible for external QC oversight, drive resolution of complex quality and technical issues, and ensure continuous improvement in compliance, efficiency, and performance across the external network. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic QC oversight for commercial CGT external manufacturing and testing, ensuring reliable product support and regulatory compliance. Lead, develop, and mentor QC team members responsible for CMO and CTL oversight, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. Serve as the senior QC escalation point for complex deviations, OOS/OOT events, and product-impacting quality issues at external partners. Monitor and evaluate external laboratory...