Principal QA Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated QA professional with extensive experience in implementing IT PQS systems and a strong background in documentation management. This role involves supporting global standards processes, ensuring compliance with GMP, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive effective project execution. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to fostering a quality culture. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the organization’s success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in QA roles.
• Experience with implementation of IT PQS systems.

Responsibilities

• Support with documentation management processes.
• Coordinate with the global project team for timely project execution.

Skills

Documentation writing skills

Understanding of GMP compliance

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Science or QA discipline

Tools

Veeva Vault

Job description

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• Experience with implementation of PQS IT systems like Veeva Vault.
• Experience with documentation management.

Top 3 must-have skills

• Documentation writing skills
• Understanding of GMP compliance

Description:

• Enrolment and site maintenance of the global standards process.
• Support with documentation management processes.
• Support with implementation of global systems, including preparation work, validation and qualification activities, enrolment in online training programs, and stakeholder alignment to ensure robust system implementation.
• Oversight of internal quality records to ensure timely completion.
• Serve as a point of contact for queries related to newly implemented systems.
• Coordinate with the global project team to ensure timely and expected project execution.
• Perform all business-related activities as reasonably requested by the line manager and/or Senior Management Team.
• Promote a quality culture personally.

Key Stakeholders:

• Global QMS
• QA Systems Team

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Effectively manage ambiguity, remove barriers, and overcome resistance. Work collaboratively within teams and cross-functional groups.
• Ability to set objectives and approaches for critical assignments. Drive results and complete improvement projects. Provide correct advice and expand networks to achieve results.
• Regular communication with peers to raise awareness and build capability. Embrace differences, support others, provide feedback, and share knowledge. Contribute to a positive work environment and act as a dependable team member.
• Highly motivated and results-driven with a clear understanding of goals and deliverables.
• Attention to detail and ability to execute tasks correctly. Prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science (or equivalent experience) in Science or QA discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in QA roles.
• Advanced level with 5-10 years of experience.
• Extended experience in implementing IT PQS systems, at an advanced level of 5-10 years.