Jason Beard
About Jason Beard
Jason Beard is the Director of Quality Control at Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, MA, with 19 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
Title
Jason Beard is currently serving as the Director Of Quality Control at Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, MA.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Jason Beard is employed by Bristol Myers Squibb where he holds the position of Director Of Quality Control. At the Devens, MA site, he is responsible for overseeing quality control operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining the quality of products developed and manufactured at the facility.
Previous Roles at Merck
Prior to his current role, Jason worked at Merck in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 2021 to 2022 as Director - Quality Operations Practice Architect. His responsibilities included leading quality operations and ensuring the adherence to company quality standards.
Extensive Experience at Pfizer
Jason Beard has a notable history with Pfizer, having held multiple roles from 2015 to 2021. He served as Quality Control Analytical Manager in Liscate, Italy, QA/QC Manager, QC Manager, and Senior Manager Corporate Quality Operations. This experience included international assignments and a focus on ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance.
Experience at Hospira
At Hospira, Jason held several positions including Chemistry Section Lab Manager in both Rocky Mount, North Carolina Area and Liscate, Italy, Lean Coach, Raw Materials Coordinator, Chemistry Team Lead, and QC Analyst in Melbourne, Australia. His tenure at Hospira spanned from 2003 to 2014, during which he gained extensive experience in lab management and quality control.
Educational Background
Jason Beard achieved a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Analytical Chemistry from Victoria University, where he studied from 1992 to 2002. He also attended St. Joseph's Regional College from 1986 to 1991, which set the foundation for his extensive academic and professional career in the pharmaceutical industry.
Pharmaceutical Industry Expertise
With 19 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Jason has worked with companies such as Mayne Pharma, Hospira, Pfizer, Merck, and BMS. He has specialized in addressing compliance gaps, focusing on data integrity, and implementing continuous improvement concepts.