Today, we introduce you to Monika Kaur Wagner, who has recently joined us as the Deputy Head of Quality Assurance. Monika brings extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and will also take on the role of Head of Quality Assurance and Deputy Head of Production starting April 2025. In this post, we explore her professional background and her objectives at PharmaKorell.

What is your current position at PharmaKorell, and what are the next steps in your career? 

Until March 2025, I am the Deputy Head of Quality Assurance and work as a consultant. From April 2025, I will take over as the Head of Quality Assurance and additionally become the Deputy Head of Production.

At which PharmaKorell location do you work? 

My workplace is located in Lörrach, a charming town at the foot of the Black Forest and directly on the border with Switzerland. However, in my role as Head of Quality Assurance and Manufacturing, I am responsible for both locations – Lörrach and Munich.

What piece of advice have you received during your career that has particularly stayed with you? 

One of the life-changing pieces of advice I received was from Hermann Hesse: “One must attempt the impossible in order to achieve the possible.” This thought motivates me daily to find creative solutions and explore new paths in my work.

What are the highlights of your career so far that have particularly shaped you? 

I have had the privilege of working in various company sizes, from medium-sized businesses like Losan Pharma to global corporations like Pfizer. These experiences have given me a broad perspective on the industry. I have been active in diverse roles, from specialised expert positions to leadership roles with extensive employee responsibility. My activities have spanned multiple departments, including quality assurance, production, and validation. This has helped me develop a deep understanding of the entire product lifecycle in the pharmaceutical industry.

Which aspects of your role at PharmaKorell are you particularly looking forward to? 

I am looking forward to the exciting and challenging, and above all, responsible role as initially Deputy Head of Quality Assurance and from April as Head of Quality Assurance and Deputy Head of Production. I am also excited to work with my new colleagues and get to know them better.