What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Manager position at GForce Life Sciences?
Quality Manager I
12-month Contract
Remote- EST Hours
Requirements
- Support the Global Quality Management team in ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), applicable regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards across clinical development activities.
- Provide operational support of the GCP audit program, clinical inspection readiness activities, CAPA management, and quality system processes.
- Coordinate and maintain audit and inspection activities in collaboration with Global Quality leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Support coordination and execution of the GCP audit program, including investigator site, vendor, and internal process audits.
- Assist with maintaining and tracking the Master Audit Schedule.
- Coordinate audit preparation meetings with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
- Support preparation of audit documentation and audit packages.
- Assist in the preparation and review of audit reports and supporting documentation.
- Track and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) resulting from audits.
- Maintain documentation and records related to audit activities.
- Support maintenance and continuous improvement of the Clinical Quality Management System (QMS).
- Maintain audit documentation and quality records within electronic quality systems (e.g., TrackWise, Veeva, ACE).
- Assist with tracking quality issues, CAPAs, and commitments related to clinical programs.
- Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Data Management, Pharmacovigilance, and other functional areas during audit and quality activities.
- Assist with identification of quality process improvements within clinical development processes.
- Support preparation activities for regulatory inspections (e.g., FDA, EMA, PMDA).
- Assist in coordinating inspection readiness activities across clinical study teams.
- Support preparation and organization of inspection documentation.
- Assist with tracking and follow-up of inspection-related CAPAs and commitments.
- Provide operational and project coordination support for clinical quality initiatives.
- Assist in organizing cross-functional meetings related to audit and inspection readiness.
- Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and action trackers.
- Track project milestones and support follow-up activities.
- Support preparation of quality metrics, dashboards, and management reports.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related scientific discipline preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research environments, ideally with Clinical Quality background (GCP, not GMP).
- Exposure to clinical trial operations, quality assurance, or monitoring activities preferred.
- Basic understanding of GCP and clinical development processes.
- Exposure to quality systems, CAPA management, or inspection readiness activities desirable.
- Foundational knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6) and applicable regulations.
- Understanding of clinical trial processes and sponsor oversight responsibilities.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to apply a risk-based approach to quality activities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as TrackWise, Veeva, or ACE preferred.
- Experience with audit tracking tools and documentation systems is desirable.