Sr. Specialist, QA Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Paid holidays and time-off

Job summary

RayzeBio, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, seeks a Senior Specialist, QA Operations in Indianapolis to provide quality oversight in a radiopharmaceutical facility. The role ensures compliance and supports material and batch disposition, with collaboration across QA and manufacturing teams.

You will review deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and documents, and may interact with the Qualified Person (QP) to facilitate EU dose releases.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in a science-related field.
• Minimum 5 years QA/Compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.
• GMP aseptic manufacturing experience preferred.
• FDA/regulatory authorities experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build cross-functional relationships to improve processes and resolve issues.
• Provide QA oversight on manufacturing and validation activities.
• Review manufacturing records in real time.
• Ensure continued compliance with procedures in walkthroughs of GMP areas.
• Support QA disposition and investigations, CAPAs, and changes.

Skills

GMP & quality

Investigations & QA reviews

Decision making

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Prioritization & organization

Education

BS/MS in science

Job description

Life at BMS

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact—on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio https //careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

Summary

The Senior Specialist, QA Operations will help support operations through quality oversight in a Radiopharmaceutical facility in Indianapolis, IN. The Senior QA Operations Specialist will be responsible for providing oversight of shop floor activities in accordance with regulatory standards and RayzeBio procedures. The role will also support material and batch disposition activities.

This position will utilize Quality Assurance expertise to ensure compliance in operations supporting clinical development and GMP commercial operations in accordance with RayzeBio policies, standards, procedures, and global current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

The Senior Specialist provides Quality support and oversight for operations and disposition activities at the Indianapolis facility, including review and approval of Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, documents, Batch Records, and Material and Lot Disposition. This individual may also interact with the Qualified Person (QP), as needed, to facilitate release of EU doses.

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships to improve processes and resolve issues.
• Provide Quality oversight on manufacturing and validation activities.
• Perform real-time review of manufacturing records.
• Perform periodic walkthroughs of Manufacturing and Quality Control areas to ensure continued compliance with procedures.
• Provide guidance on the handling of quality and shop floor activities.
• Support the Quality disposition process by ensuring all required documents are accurately and properly completed and compiled against approved procedures and specifications, including all related deviations.
• Assist with and provide QA approval of investigations, CAPAs, change controls, validation documentation, and other related GMP documentation.
• Identify and report discrepancies from required work practices or procedures to management.
• Use AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work.
• Make sound decisions by exercising judgment within generally defined practices and policies and apply appropriate notification to management as needed.
• Participate, as requested, in response teams for audits and inspections by health authorities.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work.

Education & Experience

• BS/MS degree in a science-related field preferred, including Biology Biochemistry Chemistry Engineering Related scientific disciplines
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance and/or Compliance roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience working in a GMP aseptic manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience working with the FDA or other regulatory authorities preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in GMP, Quality, material disposition, and product disposition.
• Strong capability in authoring and critically reviewing investigations, interpreting results, and generating technical conclusions consistent with Quality Risk Management principles.
• Detail-oriented with demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities with moderate oversight from management.
• Team player who can work independently to achieve objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong background and demonstrated effectiveness in Quality Assurance operations and compliance supporting clinical and/or commercial manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of U.S., EU, and global cGMP regulations and guidance.
• Knowledge of and experience working with FDA, EMA, or other regulatory authorities.
• Well-practiced in exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
• Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Must possess close and distance vision capabilities.
• Requires working in an environment with radioactive materials.
• Protective clothing, gloves, and safety glasses are required while performing duties in applicable areas.

Work Environment

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position may require work outside of normal business hours and occasional weekend support.
• Work is performed in a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing environment supporting clinical and commercial operations.

Compensation Overview

Indianapolis - RayzeBio - IN $82,236 - $99,650

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https //careers.bms.com/benefits

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People With Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS and RayzeBio will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

Data Protection

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