
Paola Tedeschi
@paolatedeschi1
I lead GMP quality control projects, analytical readiness, investigations, and cross-functional pharmaceutical delivery.
What I'm looking for
At Lonza, I lead QC activities for a monoclonal antibody program approaching FDA BLA submission, coordinating analytical deliverables, timelines, escalations, and pre-approval readiness.
Across Takeda and Novartis, I’ve managed external testing partners, laboratory investigations, CAPAs, change controls, QC KPIs, audits, product transfers, and GMP documentation. I also supported LC-MS method development for nitrosamine detection and mentored new QC laboratory hires.
With more than 15 years in pharmaceutical quality control, I bring hands-on analytical experience and a pragmatic, customer-focused approach to compliant cGMP delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Serve as QC interface for analytical laboratories, project teams, and external customers in cross-functional environments. Lead QC activities for a key monoclonal antibody program approaching FDA BLA submission, preparing the QC pre-approval readiness package.
Chemistry Teacher
Liceo Lugano 2
Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year)
Taught chemistry at a secondary school in Lugano, Switzerland.
Managed external testing partners, ensuring testing continuity, investigation follow-up, and timely resolution of unexpected results. Led deviations and laboratory investigations, including impact assessment, root cause analysis, CAPA definition, and closure.
Supported the QC Head in ensuring compliant, efficient, and timely execution of laboratory testing activities. Monitored QC KPIs, facilitated team meetings, and coordinated communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Supported LC-MS method development for nitrosamine detection in finished drug products.
Performed and reviewed analytical documentation in compliance with TMs, SOPs, and cGMP requirements. Supported QC operations to ensure compliant, cost-effective, and efficient laboratory performance.
QC Analyst
Alfa Wassermann
May 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 7 months)
Performed in-process controls and release testing of raw materials and finished drug products according to TMs, SOPs, and cGMP.
Performed in-process controls and release testing of raw materials and fermentation-derived drug substances after semi-synthetic modification.
Research Fellow, Molecular Modeling
Università di Bari
May 2007 - Dec 2007 (7 months)
Developed QSAR predictive models to support the identification of new lead compounds.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUPSI, DFA/ASP Locarno
Diploma Upper Secondary Education, Chemistry
2024 - 2024
Diploma in Upper Secondary Education with a focus on Chemistry, completed in 2024.
PeopleCert
PRINCE2 Foundation Certification, Project Management
2024 - 2024
PRINCE2 Project Management Foundation Certification obtained in 2024.
Novartis Switzerland
Investigation Certification, Investigation
2020 - 2020
Investigation Certification obtained in 2020.
Novartis Switzerland
Train the Trainer Certification, Training
2019 - 2019
Train the Trainer Certification obtained in 2019.
Università degli Studi di Bari
Master's degree, Medicinal Chemistry
2007 - 2007
Grade: 110/110 cum laude
Master's degree in Medicinal Chemistry with honors (110/110 cum laude) from Università degli Studi di Bari.
Liceo Classico 'C. Sylos'
High School Diploma, Classical Studies
2000 - 2000
Grade: 100/100
High School Diploma with a score of 100/100 from Liceo Classico 'C. Sylos' in Terlizzi.
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