Remote Pharmaceutical QA Specialist: Quality & Compliance

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Technology stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist for a global pharma client. The role focuses on maintaining GMP/ISO compliance and robust QMS across development to manufacturing, all from a home-based setting.

You will lead internal audits, review documentation, manage CAPAs, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs to ensure patient safety and product integrity while supporting remote operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years in pharmaceutical quality assurance or related QC role.
• GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory submission familiarity.
• Audits (internal/external) experience.
• Investigation of deviations and CAPA implementation.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with quality management software and MS Office.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or similar certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QMS in line with global regulatory requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and assist external audits of suppliers/CMOs.
• Review and approve batch records, validation protocols, and change controls.
• Investigate deviations, complaints, and OOS results and implement CAPA.
• Monitor quality metrics, identify trends, propose improvements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and other quality standards.
• Provide QA training and guidance to personnel.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs across product lifecycle.
• Stay updated on regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Specialist for a global pharma client. The role focuses on maintaining GMP/ISO compliance and robust QMS across development to manufacturing, all from a home-based setting.

You will lead internal audits, review documentation, manage CAPAs, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs to ensure patient safety and product integrity while supporting remote operations.