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QA Specialist

QA Specialist

TandymUSA, Ohio, Columbus
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A pharmaceutical company is actively seeking a new QA Specialist to play a critical role in supporting External Quality Assurance Operations for late-stage programs (gene therapy), ensuring compliance with organization procedures, Quality Agreement, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities :

  • Review and assess internal and external deviations related to manufacturing, and testing
  • Ensure thorough root cause analysis and effective CAPA implementation
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to drive timely closure and continuous improvement
  • Perform executed batch record review ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory expectations
  • Provide real-time QA support during manufacturing and aseptic processing operations, including oversight of critical steps and data integrity verification
  • Review and approve change controls and notifications, ensuring appropriate risk assessments and impact evaluations are conducted
  • Ensure changes are implemented in a controlled and compliant manner, aligned with internal program milestones and regulatory commitments
  • Partner with Manufacturing, MS&T, QC, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment on quality expectations and timely issue resolution
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of QA procedures, templates, and best practices tailored to support GMP operations
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance and operational efficiency

Qualifications :

  • 8+ years of relevant experience in a GMP-regulated environment
  • Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering) or equivalent experience
  • Experience with Quality oversight of contract manufacturing organization (CMO)
  • Strong understanding of Cell and Gene Therapy manufacturing processes, including aseptic techniques and plasmid production
  • Experience with risk assessments, batch record review and change control using Veeva / TrackWise Quality System
  • Strong knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA) tools with experience leading complex investigations
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH) for advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs)
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Desired Skills :

    Experience with Biologics or Gene Therapy products

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