Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

A Compliance Specialist in the biotechnology industry is responsible for ensuring that all operations, policies, and procedures adhere to relevant legal and regulatory standards. They perform regular audits, develop and implement compliance programs, review and update internal policies, and identify any potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk. Their role is crucial in maintaining the company's integrity and protecting it from any legal issues that could arise from non-compliance. In addition, they are responsible for training and educating staff about compliance requirements and procedures.

Key skills for a Compliance Specialist include a strong knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines, excellent attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication and organizational skills. They should ideally have a bachelor's degree in life sciences, biotechnology or a related field. Certifications such as Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Compliance Specialist, a professional might have roles such as Compliance Analyst, Quality Assurance Associate, or Regulatory Affairs Coordinator, which provide foundational knowledge and experience in regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

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Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist II - Temporary

  • Irvine, CA
  • moments ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • moments ago

What You Bring: Requires a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, biology, medical technology or related fields 3-5 years of experience in RA, and/or QA, R&D, Manufacturing or Project Management in the...

Compliance Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Who We Are: At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are...

Legal Operations & Contract Compliance Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

The team is looking for an energetic, creative, talented and experienced Legal Ops & Contract Compliance Specialist with a passion for managing contracts in a high-volume, fast-paced, high-performing...

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Vice President, Compliance & Privacy, Chief Compliance Officer #4025

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 5 days ago

Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Valencia, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Valencia, CA
  • 8 days ago

#LI-CV1 skills: CMC, GCP (Good Clinical Practice) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability,...

Quality Assurance Associate

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 8 days ago

, biology, chemistry, analytical chemistry, life sciences, or other related degree concentration Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Position is...

CMC Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 12 days ago

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. As part of Siemens Healthineers, PETNET is at the forefront of radiopharmaceuticals and molecular imaging....

Research Compliance Manager California State University, Fullerton

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 days ago

Review Board (IRB)/human subjects protection administration....

Regulatory Affairs Specialist Life Sciences

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 13 days ago

We are seeking a Life Sciences-Regulatory Affairs Specialist for an assignment in Thousand Oaks California.

Research Compliance Manager

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 days ago

Review Board (IRB)/human subjects protection administration....

Research Compliance Manager

  • CA
  • 13 days ago
  • CA
  • 13 days ago

Review Board (IRB)/human subjects protection administration....

Quality Assurance Associate (Alt Sat, Sun-Tues 6PM-7AM)

  • Novato, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Novato, CA
  • 14 days ago

This is a 12-month contract. Shift: Rotating Saturday, Sunday-Tuesday 6:00PM-7:00AM Responsibilities: Provide on-the-floor Quality Assurance oversight and support to manufacturing operations....

Regulatory Affairs Specialist II

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 14 days ago

Additional Location(s): US-CA-Valencia; US-CA-Sunnyvale Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the...

Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist Advertising/Labeling (hybrid)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

Summary Job Description We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and its no small...

Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Hybrid

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 15 days ago

Education and Experience: B.S. degree required with a focus in health science or life science field (e.g., biomedical engineering, engineering, computer science, biology, medical technology, chemistry...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBiotechnology research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.9%
Master's Degree
30.6%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compliance Specialists in California
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%



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