David Medved

About David Medved

I have over two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, focusing on quality systems, analytical development, and compliance.My skills include quality systems management, analytical method development, data integrity, project leadership, and training. I have developed and implemented quality risk management programs, validated analytical methods, led data integrity initiatives, managed complex projects, and provided mentorship.Notable achievements in my career include creating an AI-assisted risk management model that reduced deviations by 25%, implementing a 360 QMS maturity model, developing a global QRM program across 60 sites, and receiving the \"Excellence in Science Award\" at GlaxoSmithKline.My previous roles include Global Director of Quality Systems at ThermoFisher Scientific, Senior Manager of Quality Systems and Compliance at ThermoFisher Scientific, Senior Technical Manager at Roche, Senior Analytical Chemist at Par Pharmaceuticals, Manager of QC Analytical Services at Boehringer-Ingelheim, Supervisor of QC Biochemistry at GlaxoSmithKline, Scientist at Johnson & Johnson, Associate Scientist at GlaxoSmithKline, and a student co-op at SmithKline Beecham.I hold a BS from Penn State University and certifications as a Prosci Change Management Sponsor and TapRoot Root Cause Analysis Trainer.

Experience

1. Director, Global Quality Systems

   Thermo Fisher Scientific

   Mar 2021 — Present · Myrtle Beach, SC, US

   Global quality leader responsible for advancing quality systems, risk management, and inspection readiness across a multi-site pharmaceutical manufacturing network. Partner with site and enterprise leadership to strengthen compliance, improve execution, and mature quality culture. Lead enterprise initiatives focused on quality transformation, governance, and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

Education

• Penn State University

  Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

  1996 — 2000