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Specialist Pharmaceutical Quality Systems

Lieu Rockville, Maryland, États-Unis Job ID R-241191 Date de publication 12/08/2025

SpecialistPharmaceuticalQuality Systems

Summary:

ThePharmaceuticalQuality SystemsSpecialistenables effective adoption, integration, and compliance of digital tools acrossQuality Control (QC) cell and gene therapy(CGT)laboratory operations. The role spans system onboarding, stakeholder engagement, training, change management,andissue resolution.Primary systems include1Lab, GQCLIMS,andMODA,and workflow tools such asBusinessmap.

As part ofLaboratoryManagement andStability (LMS) team, the role supports sharedcoreresponsibilities such as stability program coordination,sample flow oversight,inventory management, and the management of OOT/OOS, deviations, CAPAs, and continuous improvementinitiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Digital Systems Integration: Lead onboarding and configuration of laboratory digital tools across QC processes, ensuring workflows, templates, roles, and access align with operational needs and controlled documentation.

  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Act asliaisonamong laboratory staff, IT, QA, and project leadership to gather requirements, address concerns, align scope, and communicate status and decisions.

  • Training & Documentation: Develop and deliver user-focused training, SOPs, quick reference guides, and controlled templates; conduct readiness assessments and providepostgolivesupport.

  • Issue Resolution & Enhancements: Troubleshoot system onboarding and usage challenges; coordinate incident triage and enhancement delivery with technical teams;maintainissue/change logs and user feedback loops.

  • Data Integrity & Compliance: EnsureGxPaligned configuration and use across systems; uphold 21 CFR Part 11/Annex 11 controls, audit trails,role-basedaccess,validatedstates, and traceability to URS/FRS/test scripts.

  • LMS Core Operations Support:Support sample flow oversight across QC CGT labs;assistwith investigations for OOT, OOS, deviations, and CAPAs; contribute tostability program; andmaintaininventory management processes including Kanban room controls, min/max levels, andtimelyreplenishment to sustain compliant operation.

  • Audit & Inspection Support: Prepare evidence packages (training records, configuration summaries, validation status, change histories) andparticipatein internal/external audits and inspections.

MinimumQualifications:

  • Associates Degreewith 3years experienceORBachelor’s in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or related fieldand one yearexperienceimplementing oradministering digital laboratory systems in GMP environments

  • Knowledge of GMP/GxP, 21 CFR Part 11/Annex 11, and ALCOA+

  • Knowledge of1Lab, GQCLIMS, MODA,and Business map

  • Demonstrated ability to design and deliver training, author SOPs, and lead change management for system rollouts

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and issue management; comfort withcross-functionalcoordination

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $82,223 to $123,334. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility toparticipate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coveragein accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

08-Dec-2025

Closing Date

14-Dec-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.



AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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