Sr Associate, Investigations - $5000 Sign-on Bonus

Jubilant HollisterStier CMO; Kirkland; On-site; CAD 72,315 - 120,525; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5000 sign-on bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

Group retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Kirkland is seeking a Senior Associate, Investigations to ensure regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The role is responsible for conducting investigations into quality-related events and recommending corrective actions. Candidates should have a BSc in microbiology or relevant fields along with 3-5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. The position offers a competitive salary and a $5000 sign-on bonus, along with the opportunity to contribute to a growing company.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute investigations related to deviations and complaints.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Engineering.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured methodologies.
• Draft compliant investigation reports ensuring timely closure.
• Recommend and monitor CAPAs to prevent quality issues.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA, Health Canada, EMA regulations.
• Manage multiple investigations in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding investigation status.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge in aseptic processing

Pharmaceutical processes and GMP’s

Ability to perform investigation

Knowledge of formulation and troubleshooting

Good mechanical aptitude

Lean manufacturing principles

Strong computer skills (MS Office)

Education

BSc in microbiology, science or engineering or DEC / AEC

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier, a subsidiary of Jubilant Pharma Holdings Inc., is currently recruiting a Senior. Associate, Investigations to join our team!

What We Offer:

A culture that values growth and professional development opportunities, a highly competitive base salary, comprehensive health, dental, and disability insurance programs, a group retirement plan, and wellness programs. Jubilant HollisterStier is a rapidly growing company with offices in Kirkland, Quebec, and Spokane, Washington. As a fully integrated contract manufacturing organization, Jubilant HollisterStier is equipped to manufacture sterile injectable formulations, as well as solid and semi-solid dosage forms. Our four facilities in North America and India provide specialized manufacturing services for the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the Jubilant Pharma family. For more information, visit www.jublhs.com.

We continue—with the utmost care for the environment and society—to create value for our clients and stakeholders by offering innovative products and cost-effective solutions through growth, profitability, and prudent resource investment. If you’re ready for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

Jubilant Pharma Holdings Inc. and all our subsidiaries are proud of the diversity of our workforce. Our goal is to have a workforce as diverse as the patients and clients we serve. We foster an inclusive environment where our employees can thrive and where differences are welcomed. By embracing our differences, we create products that benefit our patients, clients, and human health overall.

For this role, we are offering the desired hire a $5000 sign on bonus.

Purpose of the Job:

The Quality Compliance Investigator plays a critical role in ensuring that pharmaceutical manufacturing operations comply with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards. This position is responsible for conducting thorough investigations into deviations, complaints, and other quality-related events, identifying root causes, and recommending effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). The investigator is also expected to contribute to process improvements that enhance investigation efficiency and overall quality system performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute investigations related to deviations, complaints, and other quality events.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Engineering, and other departments to gather relevant data and insights.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured methodologies (e.g., Fishbone, 5 Whys).
• Draft clear, concise, and compliant investigation reports and ensure timely closure.
• Recommend and monitor CAPAs to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA, Health Canada, EMA, and other applicable regulations.
• Manage multiple investigations and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Navigate and resolve conflicts professionally while maintaining focus on quality and compliance.
• Maintain a high level of communication with stakeholders regarding current workload, investigation status, and timelines.
• Proactively elevate roadblocks or delays to management to ensure timely resolution.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to investigation processes and quality systems.

Education & Experience:

BSc in microbiology, science or engineering or DEC / AEC with pertinent experience.

Experience Required:

• 3-5 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical industry.

Skills Required:

• Knowledge in aseptic processing, pharmaceutical processes and GMP’s
• Knowledge of formulation and troubleshooting
• Great knowledge in performing investigation and identification of root causes
• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of engineering
• Aware of the lean manufacturing principles
• Strong computer and software skills (MS Office)

Salary ranges from $53,181 to $88,635 depending on education level and years of experience.

If qualified individuals with a disability need assistance in applying for this position, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] informing us regarding the nature of your request and providing your contact information.

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