Planet Pharma · 2 days ago
QA Specialist III
Lake Forest, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$38/hr - $39/hr
5+ years expPlanet Pharma is seeking a QA Specialist III primarily responsible for supporting the Research and Development quality agreement process with a focus on identifying and implementing process improvements. The role involves collaboration with GCP functional areas and leading GCP-focused strategic initiatives to improve compliance with regulatory standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Provide an active role within R&D as an expert in GCP requirements. The strategic focus is for early detection and prevention, followed by correction of issues
Collaborate with GCP functional areas and assist in the resolution of external partner quality issues
Lead or participate in technically complex and strategic cross functional GCP projects
Lead or participate in GCP focused strategic initiatives to improve compliance with regulatory requirements and standards
Lead or participate in process improvements, including review / update current supporting processes and procedures
Achieve a difficult balance of involvement, independence, and objectivity
May support Clinical Quality Agreement creation and periodic review
Consistently demonstrate Ways of Working and Leadership Attributes including a collaborative mindset and leadership. Create a learning environment, embrace the ideas of others, and manage innovation to reality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree preferably in technical or scientific area (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology, or Engineering) with 5-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance / Regulatory Affairs (Pharmaceutical or Medical Device preferred) OR equivalent industry experience (at least 8 years) with sufficient exposure to pharmaceutical, medical device, or combination product related industries
Thorough understanding of international GCP regulatory standards
Must have a technical background and extensive knowledge of worldwide requirements for quality systems
Must have excellent oral/written communications skills, interpersonal skills, leadership, tact, open mindedness, maturity, tenacity, decisiveness, self-reliance, organizational / administrative skills and sound judgment
Persuasive, effective communication skills are essential with an ability to work effectively across GCP functions, across technical areas and outside of the company
Preferred
Accreditation by a professional body is desirable, e.g., American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Registered Quality Assurance Professional (RQAP), and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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