Manager, Good Clinical Practices

alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Manager of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) to lead regulatory compliance initiatives within the Quality & Regulatory Affairs function. You will drive external audits, CAPA programs, and the implementation of GCP/GLP standards across studies, facilities, and suppliers.

Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring SOPs are up-to-date, training teams, and reporting deviations with corrective actions while advancing continuous improvement and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs).
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance activities, provide technical expertise, and drive quality improvement projects.
• Manage external audits, ensure site preparedness, and coordinate CAPA processes.
• Manage individual projects, applying advanced knowledge to achieve objectives and impact project performance and operational efficiency.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring productivity and alignment with departmental objectives.
• Make operational decisions, managing programs, resources, and schedules.
• Ensure implementation of quality management systems at every stage of process/operations.
• Implement quality assurance regulations and write, revise, review and approve SOPs.
• Perform and support inspections/audits of processes and documents to ensure compliance with GCP/GLP requirements.

Skills

English proficiency

Quality compliance

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Quality & Regulatory Affairs function, a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global, local, and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly.

Manager, Good Clinical Practices (GCP) – Responsibilities

• Lead compliance activities, provide technical expertise, and drive quality improvement projects.
• Manage external audits, ensure site preparedness, and coordinate Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.
• Manage individual projects, applying advanced knowledge to achieve objectives and impact project performance and operational efficiency.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring productivity and alignment with departmental objectives.
• Make operational decisions, managing programs, resources, and schedules.
• Ensure implementation of quality management systems at every stage of process/operations.
• Implement quality assurance regulations and write, revise, review and approve standard operating procedures.
• Perform and support inspections/audits of processes and documents associated with studies/facilities/ equipment/suppliers/vendors to ensure that activities comply with applicable GCP/GLP regulatory requirements, standard operating procedures, and study protocols.
• Manage, support, and facilitate internal and external audits/regulatory inspections, ensure site preparedness, and coordinate Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.
• Report potential issues with quality, compliance, ineffective processes/procedures, and deviations and recommend appropriate corrective & preventive actions.
• Lead implementation of new regulations, regulatory guidance, and international standards.
• Ensure adherence to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring rigorous quality, and completing required training.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory requirements.

All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.

What you'll bring to Alcon

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience
• Work Location: Onsite
• Travel: Domestic and International - as required up to 60%
• Relocation: No
• Sponsorship Assistance: No

Preferred Qualifications / Skills / Experience

• Knowledge of ISO 14155, ICH E6, Medical Device EU, FDA regulatory requirements, and Declaration of Helsinki
• Validated GCP audit track record
• Good analytical skills and judgment
• Advocate for outstanding quality and compliance standards - does not compromise on customer expectations and regulatory requirements

How you can thrive

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves
• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities
• Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

Benefits

• health
• life
• retirement
• flexible time off
• and much more

Compensation and Benefits Alcon's Total Rewards programs are designed to align incentives with business objectives, support our values, and deliver long‑term value. Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay, with short‑term and long‑term incentive opportunities for eligible roles. Our benefits offerings are designed to support associates and their families across