Associate Director, QA

Kelly Services; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

401K

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Sr Manager, Quality Assurance for our pharmaceutical client in Chester County, PA. Lead the Malvern QA team, ensuring GLP, GCP, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, and driving quality improvements across audits and investigations.

You will coach staff, host client inspections, and partner with cross‑functional teams to sustain a culture of quality. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a direct hire arrangement in a dynamic science environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive quality assurance in clinical research; CRO experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GLP, GCP, and 21 CFR Part 11 (ERES).

Responsibilities

• Lead QA team and promote quality improvement culture.
• Audit quality systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review SOPs and facilitate CAPA investigations.
• Host client audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Train, mentor, and develop QA staff.
• Provide quality guidance to personnel and ensure documentation integrity.

Skills

Leadership

QA Management

GLP/GCP Knowledge

21 CFR Part 11

Regulatory Compliance

Education

BS in Life Sciences or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Sr Manager, Quality Assurance

Kelly Science and Clinical has an opening for an Sr Manager, Quality Assurance for an engagement at one of our leading pharmaceutical clients in Chester County, PA. The role is eligible for medical benefits, paid time off including vacation (PTO), and holidays, and 401K. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Schedule

Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM

Location

Chester County, PA

Duration

Direct Hire

Compensation

$110,000-$120,000

Position Summary

Ensures that the facility operates in compliance with applicable GLP (FDA, EPA and OECD), ICH GCP, and 21 CFR Part 11 regulatory requirements and company SOPs. Provides leadership of the Malvern Quality Assurance team, promoting a positive culture of quality improvement, collaboration, and team development. Leads risk-based audits of quality-related documentation and procedures both internally and externally. Analyzes compliance trends and quality issues. Serves as site Quality SME.

Key Responsibilities

• Applies strong understanding of GLP (FDA, EPA and OECD) and GCP regulations, as well as 21 CFR Part 11 (electronic records and electronic signatures), as applicable to the work of the company.
• Promotes a positive culture of quality improvement and collaboration within the QA team and with other teams.
• Leads and conducts risk-based audits of quality systems, study processes, facility operations, experimental data, testing records, study reports, and other regulated activities according to applicable SOPs, as well as external vendor audits.
• Reviews company SOPs and quality systems for compliance, adequacy, and completeness. Facilitates laboratory investigations and CAPA resolution.
• Hosts/leads client audits and regulatory agency inspections, as needed.
• Trains, mentors, and coaches QA staff.
• Assists with the development of SOPs.
• Oversees/leads in-house compliance training.
• Provides quality and compliance advice to company personnel.
• Develops and measures quality metrics to drive consistent quality standards relating to GCP and GLP activities.
• Reviews and/or approves quality-related documentation in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive quality assurance in clinical research with CRO experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the requirements and applicability of GLP (FDA, EPA and OECD), GCP, and 21 CFR Part 11 (ERES).
• 5+ years managerial or supervisory experience in a regulated Quality environment.
• Proven leadership with strong organizational and team-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotechnology and agrochemical industries
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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly Science & Clinical?

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