Auditor - GCP

CSL Vifor; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Vifor is seeking a GCP Auditor to join the R&D Quality audit program, executing the global audit plan to ensure data integrity and compliance with legal and corporate standards. You will audit clinical investigator sites, CROs, and internal trial management processes.

The role requires 3+ years QA in a GCP-regulated environment, strong communication, and travel up to 50%. You will report findings and CAPA, support SOP improvements, and stay current with ICH GCP and related regulations.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a relevant biological science, science, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience within a GCP-regulated environment, with knowledge of clinical trial phases, monitoring, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in clinical audit and inspection management.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills for multinational teams, investigators, and external CROs.
• Working knowledge of ICH E6 (R3) and main CFR/CTR directives.

Responsibilities

• Audit external audits of clinical investigator sites, CROs, E-System providers, and IRBs/ECs.
• Develop and issue Audit Reports, categorizing findings by risk level and providing CAPA recommendations.
• Identify non-compliance trends and systematic risks, communicating findings to management and leads.
• Support SOP improvements and partner with stakeholders to develop risk-based, compliant solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global GCP regulations and industry trends.

Skills

Audit execution

Reporting & CAPA

Trend analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Education

BS degree in biological sciences or related discipline

Tools

ICH E6 (R3)

21 CFR Part 11

21 CFR Part 50

21 CFR Part 312

21 CFR Part 812

CTR EU 536/2014

GCP Directive

Clinical Trials Directive

Job description

The Opportunity:

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. Seeking an experienced auditor who can navigate complex clinical environments and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop corrective actions that ensure long-term systemic stability.

The Role:

• 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.

Skills and 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.