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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 18 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive Quality Assurance (QA) programs for pharmaceutical products and processes.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and other relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA).
- Conduct internal and external audits of manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturers.
- Review and approve batch records, validation protocols, and other critical quality documentation.
- Investigate deviations, out-of-specifications (OOS) results, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Develop and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS), including SOPs, work instructions, and quality agreements.
- Provide training to personnel on QA principles, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure product quality throughout the lifecycle.
- Manage the release of finished pharmaceutical products.
- Stay current with evolving regulatory landscapes and industry best practices.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous enhancement of quality systems.
- Prepare for and host regulatory inspections.
- Master's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Quality Control, with a strong focus on GMP compliance.
- In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, analytical testing, and stability studies.
- Proven experience in conducting audits and managing CAPA systems.
- Familiarity with global regulatory requirements and submission processes.
- Excellent understanding of quality risk management principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to manage projects and teams remotely.
- Proficiency in using quality management software and standard office applications.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ASQ CQA) are a plus.
Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 18 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) for pharmaceutical products.
- Conduct thorough internal audits to ensure compliance with GMP and other regulatory standards.
- Review and approve batch records, validation reports, and other critical quality documentation.
- Investigate deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and customer complaints, implementing effective CAPAs.
- Oversee and participate in the validation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and analytical methods.
- Author, review, and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other quality-related documents.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, and regulatory affairs teams to ensure quality compliance.
- Stay updated on current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and relevant global regulatory requirements.
- Provide training and guidance to junior quality assurance personnel.
- Support external regulatory inspections and customer audits.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality assurance or quality control.
- In-depth knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and other relevant pharmaceutical regulations.
- Proven experience with QMS, audits, investigations, and CAPA management.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and analytical techniques.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Experience in a hybrid work environment is beneficial.
Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 18 days ago
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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 20 days ago
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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 12 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Quality Assurance (QA) policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct internal and external audits of manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to ensure compliance.
- Review and approve batch records, validation protocols, and other quality-related documentation.
- Investigate deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Manage change control processes, ensuring all changes are properly assessed, documented, and implemented.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams and external partners on QA principles and regulatory expectations.
- Monitor industry best practices and regulatory updates to ensure continuous improvement of the quality system.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and supply chain, to ensure quality is embedded throughout the product lifecycle.
- Prepare for and support regulatory inspections and customer audits.
This position demands a strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, quality control methodologies, and international regulatory landscapes. The successful candidate will possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail. As a remote leader, you must be highly organized, self-disciplined, and adept at remote collaboration. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products, contributing directly to patient well-being. This is a unique opportunity to lead quality initiatives within a globally recognized organization, working from a dedicated home office, impacting operations from Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE .
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Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with GMP, GCP, and GLP guidelines.
- Oversee and conduct internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures.
- Review and approve critical documents, including batch records, validation protocols, and SOPs.
- Investigate deviations, CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and change controls, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
- Manage product quality complaints and recalls, if necessary.
- Train and mentor QA team members and other personnel on quality standards and procedures.
- Liaise with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
- Monitor and report on key quality metrics and performance indicators to senior management.
- Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the quality assurance framework.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
- In-depth knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
- Proven experience in developing and implementing QMS.
- Strong experience in conducting and leading quality audits (internal and external).
- Excellent understanding of validation processes (IQ, OQ, PQ) and process validation.
- Proficiency in deviation management, CAPA systems, and change control procedures.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex quality issues.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing teams is highly desirable.
- Experience in a remote work environment is a plus.
This is an outstanding opportunity to lead quality initiatives within a global pharmaceutical leader, working entirely remotely from Machakos, Machakos, KE , and significantly contribute to product integrity.
Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 12 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
- Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Conduct internal audits of manufacturing processes, facilities, and documentation.
- Manage and coordinate external audits by regulatory agencies and partners.
- Review and approve batch manufacturing records and quality control data.
- Investigate deviations, OOS results, and customer complaints, implementing CAPAs.
- Oversee the validation of analytical methods and equipment.
- Provide training and guidance to QA/QC staff and other departments on quality standards.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities during inspections and inquiries.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
- 7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the pharmaceutical industry.
- In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical quality systems, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience in conducting audits, managing deviations, and implementing CAPAs.
- Experience with regulatory submissions and inspections.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a remote work environment and manage multiple priorities.
Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist
Posted 9 days ago
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