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This individual is responsible for managing and coordinating stability testing, raw material qualification, testing and release, and validation projects. The Manager / Sr. Manager coordinates both in-house and contract laboratory testing activities. Additionally, this individual supports the Director, Quality Control in reviewing data and reports. This role also serves to advance analytical capabilities and contributes to the development of the Quality Control department.\nWhat you will do\nManage and oversee execution of QC testing including IPC, API, raw material, validation, release, EM and microbial testing\nSupervise QC Scientists. 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