- Posted 04 April 2025
- LocationIreland
- Job type Permanent
- Reference1834
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Quality Assurance Specialist
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Quality System Management
- Act as the QA SME for PQS systems, including deviations, change control, complaints, validation, and risk management.
- Review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other controlled documents.
- Author and develop assigned QA SOPs and documentation.
- Provide QA oversight for operational activities at approved service providers (QC testing, material storage, supply).
- Lead or facilitate Quality Risk Management (QRM) activities in line with ICH Q9 rev1.
- Identify and implement continuous quality system improvements.
Batch Documentation & Release Support
- Provide guidance on master batch documentation development.
- Review and approve executed batch documentation.
- Assist QA leadership and Qualified Person (QP) teams in documentation preparation for release activities.
Supplier & Manufacturing Oversight
- Provide QA oversight for on-site manufacturing, materials management, warehousing, and quality control testing.
- Prepare and review Quality Agreements for service providers.
- Conduct Supplier GxP Monitoring during onboarding and throughout the lifecycle.
Regulatory Compliance & Inspection Readiness
- Execute assigned inspection readiness activities.
- Participate in regulatory inspections, interact with inspectors, and contribute to responses and follow-ups.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in cGMP pharmaceutical operations with direct exposure to quality systems.
- Degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent qualification.
- Ability to work independently and flexibly while fostering a high-performance quality culture.
Preferred Experience (Advantageous):
- Supplier Quality Management activities.
- Quality Risk Management experience, particularly in leading or facilitating QRM activities.
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP).