Job Overview
This role is assigned to designated Delivery Unit(s), sponsor(s), business line(s) and/or specific tasks as defined by the line manager (LM). The purpose of this role is to carry out and adopt the global Quality Plan according to the specific needs defined by the scope of the assignment, to assist the assigned business line staff in improving compliance with relevant International Conference on Harmonization (ICH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), applicable regulatory requirements, and guidelines. Contribute to the development and be responsible for the implementation of specific quality improvement initiatives as agreed with the relevant assigned business lines. Provide advice and support to relevant key stakeholders with regards to quality control, risk assessment, risk management, and corrective/preventive actions.

Essential Functions
• Adopt and implement the global Quality Management Plan within the scope of the assignment with the support of a mentoring Quality Manager/Senior Quality Specialist, this will include: Planning and executing the Quality Management activities. Risk identification and assessment through data review and quality control processes. Providing support in risk mitigation, in planning corrective/preventive actions, and guidance for improvement. Supporting the assigned business line management and staff to enhance effectiveness.
• Cooperate closely with the relevant business and other stakeholders, support maintaining focus on quality in project delivery. Contribute to the development and implementation of a Delivery Unit/Sponsor specific Quality Management Plan and Risk Management Program, monitor the implementation and delivery.
• Provide advice and support to teams within the assigned business line and other key stakeholders on all aspects of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) compliance.
• Work in close cooperation with teams to manage non-compliance, quality issues, assist in planning corrective/preventive actions, as applicable according to SOPs. ;
• Inform the assigned business line and Quality Assurance of quality issues according to SOPs.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance and assigned business staff in case of suspected misconduct, as required by the applicable SOPs.
• May provide assistance during audits and regulatory inspections to the operational teams to the extent agreed with Quality Management and as required by the applicable SOPs.
• Prepare periodic reports to stakeholders on quality related matters, risk assessments and specific quality improvement initiatives.
• Upon agreement with the Line Manager: Perform any other reasonable tasks as required by the role.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in quality assurance or regulatory compliance in the CRO or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years of prior experience as a CRA.

• Preferred experience in internal/external audits and quality management.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Check compliance with GCP and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English.

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