About the RoleThe IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist helps ensure Altasciences' technology systems, vendors, and processes meet regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies. Working closely with Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Privacy, Security, and business teams, this role supports audit readiness, vendor governance, computerized system compliance, SOP management, and privacy and AI governance initiatives.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of technology, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement in a regulated environment.
What You'll Do Here- Support internal audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections, ensuring documentation and evidence are inspection-ready.
- Track audit observations, CAPAs, and remediation activities through completion.
- Support computerized system compliance activities, including validation documentation reviews, change controls, and periodic reviews.
- Manage the qualification and ongoing assessment of IT vendors and technology service providers.
- Conduct risk-based assessments of vendors, cloud solutions, and emerging technologies.
- Author, maintain, and improve IT SOPs, standards, and compliance documentation.
- Participate in privacy impact assessments and AI governance reviews.
- Monitor regulatory trends and industry best practices related to GxP, privacy, cybersecurity, and IT compliance.
- Develop compliance metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the IT organization.
What You'll Need to Succeed- College diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in IT, compliance, quality, validation, privacy, cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of GxP regulations and computerized systems compliance, including FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and GAMP 5.
- Experience supporting audits, inspections, CAPA management, or quality systems.
- Familiarity with vendor qualification, risk assessments, and third-party risk management practices.
- Understanding of privacy regulations such as Law 25, PIPEDA, and GDPR.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or other regulated industry is considered an asset.
- ITIL, CSV, GxP, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or related certifications are considered assets.
What We OfferThe pay range estimated for this position is $100,00 - $135,000 annually. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, location, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, as well as internal equity and market data.
BenefitsAltasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Telework when applicable.
Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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