Quality Assurance Manager

Surf Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Search in Houston, TX seeks a hands-on Quality and Regulatory Manager to lead QA/RA programs for in vitro diagnostics (IVD). This role ensures regulatory compliance across manufacturing, R&D, and commercial activities and drives continuous quality improvements for our life sciences platform.

You will own QMS, act as PRRC, lead audits, manage CAPA and nonconformances, develop regulatory strategies for global IVD submissions, and train staff on quality standards while collaborating across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years QA/RA experience in biotechnology, biopharmaceuticals, or diagnostics, preferably IVD.
• Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and EU IVDD/IVDR regulations. Very good communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) with compliance to 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485:2016, IVDR/IVDD.
• Serve as the Quality Management Representative and PRRC.
• Conduct and manage internal, customer, third-party, and regulatory audits; track findings and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee manufacturing quality, CAPA, complaints, and nonconformance investigations; root cause analysis and resolution.
• Develop regulatory strategies for global IVD product submissions, registrations, and post-market compliance.
• Drive process and product improvements through data analysis, risk assessments, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Train staff on quality standards and maintain training records; ensure cross-functional adherence to regulatory requirements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Effective cross-team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or related field

Tools

QMS software

MS Office

Job description

We’re seeking a hands-on Quality and Regulatory Manager to lead quality and compliance programs for IVD products for our client in Houston, TX. This role ensures regulatory compliance, drives product and process improvements, and supports continuous quality excellence across manufacturing, R&D, and commercial activities.

Our client, a life sciences platform is accelerating innovation across drug development, diagnostics, and therapeutic solutions by offering end-to-end services—from early-stage discovery through manufacturing, commercialization, and delivery. The organization’s network includes several specialized subsidiaries providing custom chemicals, reagents, assays, lipid nanoparticle design, immunoassay development, diagnostic tools, and STEM education solutions.

Requirements of the Quality and Regulatory Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years QA/RA experience in biotechnology, biopharmaceuticals, or diagnostics, preferably IVD.
• Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and EU IVDD/IVDR regulations.
• Medical device experience is required; pharmaceutical experience is not applicable.
• Experience in regulatory submissions, CAPA, root cause analysis, and process validation.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to communicate effectively across teams.
• Familiarity with reagent and kit manufacturing preferred; QMS software experience a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office; able to travel as needed; eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities of the Quality and Regulatory Manager:

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485:2016, IVDR, IVDD, and other international standards.
• Serve as the Quality Management Representative and Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC), representing QA/Regulatory in projects and audits.
• Conduct and manage internal, customer, third-party, and regulatory audits; track findings and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee manufacturing quality, CAPA, complaints, and nonconformance investigations, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Develop and implement regulatory strategies for global IVD product submissions, registrations, and post-market compliance.
• Drive process and product improvements through data analysis, risk assessments, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Train staff on quality standards, maintain training records, and ensure cross-functional adherence to regulatory and quality requirements.

Occupational category: 11-9199.01 - Regulatory Affairs Managers