Remote Principal QA Specialist – Pharma Quality & Compliance

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Quality Assurance Specialist to lead a remote-first QA program for a respected pharmaceutical company. The role involves developing and maintaining the QMS, conducting internal and external audits, and guiding on regulatory requirements across FDA, EMA and SAHPRA.

Extensive experience in CAPA, risk assessment, and remote team leadership is essential. Occasional site visits to Randburg, Gauteng may be required to support audits and inspections.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years in Pharmaceutical QA/QC.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GDP and FDA/EMA/SAHPRA guidelines.
• Experience in audits and CAPA systems.
• Ability to lead remotely and influence teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the QMS for pharmaceutical operations.
• Conduct internal audits and lead supplier audits and CAPA processes.
• Review and approve SOPs, validation protocols, batch records and change controls.
• Investigate deviations and customer complaints; drive CAPA actions.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, ICH, and local/global regulations.
• Provide QA training and support regulatory inspections.

Skills

Auditing leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Pharmacy/Chemistry/Biology

Tools

eQMS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Quality Assurance Specialist to lead a remote-first QA program for a respected pharmaceutical company. The role involves developing and maintaining the QMS, conducting internal and external audits, and guiding on regulatory requirements across FDA, EMA and SAHPRA.

Extensive experience in CAPA, risk assessment, and remote team leadership is essential. Occasional site visits to Randburg, Gauteng may be required to support audits and inspections.