As Lead Scientist Quality Control, you transfer, develop, and validate assays and conduct release testing for cell- and gene therapy products in compliance with Pre-GMP and GMP systems. You create QC and project documentation, including QMS-related documents such as SOPs, data records, and risk assessments. You collaborate with other departments and supervise the QC team to ensure timely deliverables. The main duties include: implementing assays, validating products for clinical trials, procuring and qualifying QC equipment, proposing solutions for customer needs, designing project proposals, writing and maintaining QC-related documentation, performing deviations investigations, ensuring timely delivery of QC tests, conducting stability testing, analysing and evaluating data, collaborating with development and manufacturing, managing incoming materials, acting as an SME, supporting the broader QC portfolio, training and evaluating team members, and staying up-to-date with technological advancements.