Auditor - GCP

CSL; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL is seeking an experienced GCP Auditor to join our Research & Development Quality audit program in Maidenhead. You will execute the global audit plan to verify data integrity and regulatory compliance across clinical sites, CROs, and trial management processes.

The role requires BS in a biological science, 3+ years QA in a GCP-regulated environment, strong communication and cross-functional collaboration, and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a relevant biological science or related discipline.
• 3+ years of QA experience in a GCP-regulated environment.
• Experience in clinical audits and inspection management.
• Strong communication and collaboration with multinational teams.

Responsibilities

• Audit execution: conduct external audits of clinical sites, CROs, and IRBs/ECs.
• Reporting & risk categorization: issue audit reports and classify findings with CAPA recommendations.
• Trend analysis: identify non-compliance trends and risks affecting trial integrity.
• Continuous improvement: support SOP updates and risk-based compliant solutions.
• Regulatory knowledge: stay current on global GCP regulations (ICH E6) and industry trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

BS in Biological sciences

Tools

ICH E6 (R3) Guideline

21 CFR Part 11

CTR EU 536/2014

GCP Directive

Job description

Quality in clinical development is a matter of operational resilience as much as regulatory mandate. This role serves as a GCP Auditor within our Research & Development Quality audit program, responsible for executing the global audit plan to ensure the accuracy of clinical trial data and compliance with legal and corporate standards. By conducting audits of our clinical investigator sites, external vendors, and internal trial management processes, you identify the findings and non-compliance trends that could impact the integrity of our clinical research. We are looking for an experienced auditor who can navigate complex clinical environments and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop corrective actions that ensure long-term systemic stability.

Main Responsibilities

• Audit Execution: Conduct assigned external audits of clinical investigator sites, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), E-System providers, and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs/ECs).
• Reporting & Risk Categorization: Develop and issue comprehensive Audit Reports, categorizing findings by risk level and providing recommendations for corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) related to trial conduct and data integrity.
• Trend Analysis: Identify non-compliance trends and systematic risks within the Clinical (GCP) discipline, communicating these findings to line management and clinical functional leads to ensure trial robustness.
• Continuous Improvement: Support initiatives to improve standard operating procedures (SOPs) for audit conduct and partner with stakeholders to develop risk-based, compliant solutions for clinical trial management and monitoring.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global GCP regulations (ICH E6) and industry trends, identifying new requirements to ensure a high level of quality is maintained across all clinical development programs.

Position Qualifications & Experience

• Academic Background: BS degree in a relevant biological science, science, or related discipline
• Professional Experience: 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience within a GCP-regulated environment, demonstrating a strong understanding of clinical trial phases, monitoring, and regulatory frameworks.
• Audit Expertise: Experience in clinical audit and inspection management, with a clear understanding of the requirements for quality assurance in the clinical research discipline.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with multinational clinical teams, investigators, and external CROs.
• Working Knowledge of:
  • ICH E6 (R3) Guideline
  • 21 CFR Part 11 – Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures
  • 21 CFR Part 50 – Protection of Human Subjects (Informed Consent)
  • 21 CFR Part 312 – Investigational New Drug Application
  • 21 CFR Part 812 – Investigational Device Exemptions
  • Clinical Trials Regulation (CTR) (EU) No 536/2014
  • Directive 2001/20/EC (Clinical Trial Directive)
  • Directive 2005/28/EC (GCP Directive)
  • Directive 2001/83/EC (Annex I)
• Organizational Agility: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with limited supervision and manage a schedule that includes up to 50% travel.