Director, Global QARACA Programs

About the role

The role is accountable for strategic planning, program governance, schedules, budgets, and cross-functional execution, driving programs from initiation through delivery in partnership with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead Global QARACA automation and digital operations strategy, aligning initiatives with enterprise priorities, regulatory expectations, and operational needs.
• Lead strategic planning, program management, operating processes, and executive reporting.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to align priorities and execute strategic initiatives.
• Lead program governance and reviews to ensure stakeholder alignment, milestone achievement, and effective decision-making.
• Drive execution of a complex portfolio of programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities, timelines, quality standards, and financial objectives.
• Manage dependencies, resources, risks, and issue resolution to support successful program delivery.
• Lead direct reports and project teams to deliver against scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee Global QARACA SharePoint content and governance, and support operating mechanisms such as town halls, team meetings, and tracking of priorities and objectives.
• Coach and develop teams, strengthen leadership succession, and build organizational capability while fostering collaboration and accountability.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
• Work Experience: 15+ years of experience leading complex cross-functional programs in biotechnology, medical devices, or another regulated industry.
• Demonstrated experience with device requirements, QMS harmonization, and regulated frameworks (e.g. FDA, EU, MDSAP).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead through change and translate strategy into execution.
• Proficiency with AI tools and strong data literacy, including the ability to apply AI-enabled solutions within regulated business processes.
• Experience leading enterprise level quality and regulatory systems implementation.
• Veeva experience is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
• Work Experience: 15+ years of experience leading complex cross-functional programs in biotechnology, medical devices, or another regulated industry.
• Demonstrated experience with device requirements, QMS harmonization, and regulated frameworks (e.g. FDA, EU, MDSAP).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead through change and translate strategy into execution.
• Proficiency with AI tools and strong data literacy, including the ability to apply AI-enabled solutions within regulated business processes.
• Experience leading enterprise level quality and regulatory systems implementation.
• Veeva experience is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Program Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Change Leadership
• Data Literacy
• AI Enabled Solutions
• Quality Systems Harmonization
• Regulated Frameworks (FDA, EU, MDSAP)

Benefits

At Bio-Rad, we're committed to providing a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package that supports the diverse needs of our employees. Our total rewards package includes:

• Competitive Medical Plans
• HSA Funds
• New Fertility Offering with Stipend
• Group Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plus Profit Sharing
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Upgraded and Streamlined Mental Health Platform
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Education Benefits
• Student Debt Relief Program
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Challenges and Support
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Pay

The estimated base salary range for this position is $204,800 to $281,600 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors.

Schedule

This position must be based in Hercules, CA OR Irvine, CA and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.