As a quality assurance professional, this role ensures all aspects of the quality management system adhere to regulatory standards and established guidelines.
This position is crucial for maintaining clinical trial data integrity and protecting participant safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting Audits : Perform internal audits to verify compliance with GCP guidelines, GDP, company SOPs, and other relevant regulations.
- Quality Management : Evaluate and maintain the quality management system (QMS) by reviewing quality events, incidents, and complaints to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Documentation and Reporting : Prepare detailed reports that document findings, non-conformities, and recommendations for improvement.
- Regulatory Compliance : Stay up to date with applicable regulations and guidelines from bodies like the FDA and ICH. Ensure these requirements are communicated and implemented across the organization.
- Training : Ensure training compliance of quality assurance procedures, GXP guidelines, and the importance of a quality-focused approach.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education and Experience : A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent audit experience. The candidate should possess working knowledge of US FDA Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Internal Conference of Harmonization (ICH), Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures (21 CFR part 11), EU Annex 11, GDPR, or GAMP 5.Analytical Skills : Strong analytical abilities are vital for identifying discrepancies, evaluating data, and drawing logical conclusions.Attention to Detail : The role demands a meticulous approach to reviewing documents, data, and processes.Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to clearly articulate audit findings and work collaboratively with teams and stakeholders.Knowledge of Regulations : A thorough understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and other relevant clinical trial regulations is fundamental.