Head of Quality Uppsala

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Quality to lead and transform our Quality function at our site in Uppsala, Sweden . This is a critical leadership role where you will shape a proactive, patient-focused, and risk-aware quality culture within a highly regulated pharmaceutical/biotech environment . As a key member of the leadership team, you will ensure full compliance with global regulatory standards while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and integration of quality across all phases of product development and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Quality strategy, governance, and execution , ensuring full compliance with GMP/cGMP and international regulations
• Act as the primary Quality authority during regulatory inspections (e.g., EMA, FDA and other global agencies)
• Oversee and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) covering QA, QC, validation, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure the approval and release of raw materials, packaging, intermediates, and finished products
• Drive management of deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and customer complaints
• Own supplier quality management , audits, and qualification processes
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure inspection readiness at all times
• Oversee analytical, microbiological, and product quality control activities
• Ensure compliance with marketing authorizations and regulatory submissions
• Lead validation and qualification activities (equipment, systems, processes, computerized systems)
• Build and lead a high-performing Quality organization , including hiring, development, and performance management
• Define and manage Quality budgets and resources
• Contribute to site strategy and business planning as a key member of the Management Team
• Embed Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) principles into all quality-related activities

Requirements

• Required Experience
• Mandatory: Extensive experience in pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology environments
• 10-15+ years of progressive experience in Quality (QA/QC) with significant leadership responsibility
• Proven track record managing regulated manufacturing environments
• Education
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering)
• Technical Expertise
• Deep knowledge of GMP/cGMP regulations (EMA, FDA, ICH)
• Strong experience with regulatory inspections and audits (FDA/EMA)
• Expertise in QMS, validation, and regulatory compliance
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle and regulatory submissions
• Experience in project management and change management
• Leadership Skills
• Strategic and hands-on leader with the ability to drive cultural transformation
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to lead through complexity in a high-growth, high-regulation environment
• Languages
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Why Join Us?
• Be part of a mission-driven organization in the pharma/biotech space
• Lead impactful transformation in a high-visibility leadership role
• Work in Uppsala , a leading European hub for life sciences innovation
• Shape the future of quality in a growing and collaborative environment
• Ready to Make an Impact?
• If you are a quality leader passionate about excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in Pharma/Biotech, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Additional Information

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact. Job Title: Head of Quality Location: Uppsala, Sweden

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