Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs

A Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist in the biotechnology industry is responsible for ensuring that the biomedical products, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices produced meet strict quality standards. They conduct routine audits, develop quality control procedures, and oversee the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with legal regulations and industry standards. QA Specialists also assist in problem-solving efforts relating to quality management and perform regular inspections, documenting any discrepancies and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

A strong candidate for a QA Specialist typically requires a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field. They should have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a regulated environment. A working knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO standards, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) is often required. Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) are relevant certifications. Prior to becoming a QA Specialist, a person might have roles such as a Lab Technician, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Associate in the biotechnology field.

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Senior Clinical Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Experience with EDC systems and clinical trial management software. Technical understanding of medical devices and physiological systems. Highly detail-oriented, organized, and results-driven....

QA Compliance Specialist

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title: QA Compliance Specialist Contract Duration: 6+ Months (Renewable) Location: Onsite Carlsbad, CA Must have: GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment, QMR, APQR, FDA/ICH/EU cGMP...

Research Compliance Analyst 3 (6230U), Research Admin & Compliance - 79267 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels...

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Environmental Compliance Specialist I

  • CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • CA
  • 7 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Water Resources, Geology, Biology, or a related field....

Construction Compliance Auditor

  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 hours ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field from an accredited program is a MUST. 1 - 4 year of experience in environmental compliance...

Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Denver, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 7 hours ago

Cleerly's solutions are supported by more than a decade of performing some of the world's largest clinical trials to identify important findings beyond symptoms that increase a person's risk of heart...

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Life Sciences

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

We are seeking a Life Sciences-Regulatory Affairs Specialist for an assignment in South San Francisco California.

Sr. Compliance Manager - FSP (Remote - US)

  • NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • NC
  • 10 hours ago

trial activities, sponsor experience, must have worked within a GCP environment Solid knowledge of drug development and clinical trial processes, including related standards and documents....

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Research Compliance Specialist - Public Health Sciences

  • Hershey, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Reference #: REQ_... APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process....

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (on-site)

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Provides mentoring and leadership to other Regulatory team members Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree; preferably in a technical discipline such as biology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology...

Environmental Scientist (Construction Compliance Auditor)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, or a closely related field from an accredited institution (this is mandatory and must be clearly...

Quality Assurance Associate

  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago

trials and to the market....

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago

trials and to the market....

Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Cancer & Blood Diseases Institute (Hybrid) Cincinnati Children's Hospital - 3.9 Cincinnati, OH Job Details Full-time $55,785.60 - $69,076.80 a year 21 hours ago...

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Introduction to Quality Assurance
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The Supplier Quality Assurance
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Fundamentals of Quality Assurance
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Highest Education Level

Quality Assurance Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
30.7%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
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 Quality Assurance Specialists
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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