Technical Data Specialist

Empower Pharmacy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Pharmacy seeks a Technical Data Specialist to ensure high-quality medication production and compliance with regulations. This role involves reviewing technical documents and collaborating with various teams to maintain standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Wellness perks

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in Quality Assurance or Quality Control.
• Experience in analytical chemistry or technical review in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review technical documents for compliance with regulatory standards.
• Analyze compounding formulas and technical data for quality assurance.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and quality teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication

Quality Control Laboratory Instrument Software

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical science

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification

Job description

Location: Hybrid - Houston, Texas, United States

Job Type: FULL TIME

Req# 4526

Quality

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

Technical data accuracy and documentation integrity are essential to the development, production, and delivery of high-quality, affordable medications. The Technical Data Specialist plays a pivotal role in reviewing, verifying, and maintaining technical documents and analytical data to ensure alignment with internal quality standards and compliance with external regulatory requirements. This role serves as a critical link between scientific expertise and meticulous documentation, directly supporting Empower’s mission to expand access to safe, effective, and innovative pharmaceutical therapies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews technical documents, including compounding formulas, procedures, and specifications, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Analyzes compounding formulas, ingredient lists, and other technical data (historical data trends, change control, outsourced lab data/documents) to identify discrepancies and potential risks, performing calculations to verify formulations and dosages.
• Reviews analytical data for raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients, in-process, and finished products to ensure accuracy and data integrity, conducting root cause analysis, investigating out-of-specification results and deviations through to completion, and trending data as needed.
• Collaborates with compounding pharmacists, laboratory personnel, Quality Control and Quality Assurance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure product quality and safety.
• Stays current with relevant regulations, such as United States Pharmacopeia 795, 797, and 800, and ensures that technical documentation complies with regulatory requirements and supports ongoing quality improvement.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams, manage deviations, and maintain compliance in a regulated environment.
• Proficient in using quality control laboratory instrument software, understanding current Good Manufacturing Practices regulations, compendial methods, and technical writing with experience in deviation management and change control processes.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role with a focus on Acceptance and Release Data (analytical chemistry) or technical review role in pharmaceutical industry, with an emphasis on raw data review.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical science or similar related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred; Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification preferred.

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more:https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/ - Link Opens in New Tab