Quality Assurance Associate

AstraZeneca; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive bonuses

Equity-based awards

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a QA Associate to perform batch record review, label verification, and document archival activities across Santa Monica and Tarzana facilities. You will independently coordinate timelines for batch reviews and provide support across Manufacturing, Quality Control, and other technical operations.

The role requires a BS in biological sciences with 1–2 years in a GMP environment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects while meeting

Qualifications

• BS in biological sciences or a related field is required.
• 1-2 years of experience with GMP regulated industry.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to work weekends or holidays to support lot release.
• Strong attention to detail and quick learning of new concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• QA batch record review and label review and verifications.
• Archive batch records and ensure correct document control.
• Coordinate and manage timelines for batch record reviews.
• Provide QA support across manufacturing and quality functions.
• Assist with QA metrics tracking and on-the-floor support.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. in Biological Sciences

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of our product pipeline by performing QA batch record review, label review and verifications, document archival of records, and other assigned tasks. You will also be expected to independently coordinate and manage timelines for batch record reviews. You will be expected to provide support for both the Santa Monica, CA and Tarzana, CA sites as needed.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews routine manufacturing batch documentation and quality control data for in-process and finished product to support disposition and lot closure.
• Review routine material release documentation for quality release of raw materials used for manufacturing and quality control testing.
• Work with Doc Control to ensure archival of batch records.
• Work with QA doc control to ensure accurate issuance of batch record documentation (i.e. lot/media records and labels) to manufacturing.
• Provide quality assurance support across technical operations functions (i.e. Manufacturing, Facilities & Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Control, Analytical Development, Product Development/Manufacturing Sciences & Technology) within AZ to assure compliance with the quality manual and maintain collaborative quality relationships.
• Handle other duties as requested by supervisor/manager to support Quality.
• Administrative Tracking of QA metrics
• On the Floor QA support

Qualifications:

• BS in biological sciences or a related field is required.
• 1-2 years of experience withn GMP regulated industry.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and demonstrate organizational, prioritization, and time management proficiencies.
• Flexibility of occasionally working in weekend or holidays to support lot release.
• Ability to take ownership, initiative, and self-accountability.
• Ability to collaborate, work, and communicate effectively across organizational interfaces in a fast-paced dynamic team setting.
• Attention to detail and quick learning/application of concepts and information.
• Knowledge of cell culture techniques and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Ability to communicate and work in a self-guided manner with scientific/technical personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Cell or Gene Therapy
• Well versed in various cell therapy manufacturing processes

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $55,920.80 - $83,881.20. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives- an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

03-Nov-2026

Closing Date

29-Nov-2026

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In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics.

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