Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental ConditionsOffice
Job DescriptionPosition: QA Auditor III - Client Audit Host
Location: Richmond, VA
Department: Quality Assurance
This is a fully onsite role based at our BIOA Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
The QA Auditor III - Client Audit Host provides broad expertise to the department in one or more specialized areas or processes in the execution of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role involves leading and attending inter-departmental meetings related to their area of expertise to develop strategies and implementation plans. The Quality Assurance Specialist II serves as a client contact for company-contracted services for large or significant programs and contributes to policy-making decisions as a resource in their area(s) of expertise.
A day in the Life:- Serve as subject matter expert for process/vendor audits or activities in several areas of expertise, e.g. review computer system validation data, lab investigations, root cause analysis, batch record review or total Quality Management.
- Represent the department in client and regulatory inspections/audits, and lead in development, lifecycle tracking, and effectiveness measurement of corrective actions.
- Provide training for department and/or laboratory staff.
- May lead risk assessments.
- Manage set up and filing of documents.
- May mentor junior team members in area(s) of expertise.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
- Previous lab or QA experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).
In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:- Leads client and regulatory inspections. May lead vendor and internal audits, participate in client and regulatory inspections, and/or manage the administration and reporting aspects of quality management systems.
- Provides comprehensive expertise to the department covering one or more specialized quality management areas assuring all systems, processes and their outcomes comply with applicable international and national regulations
- Guidelines and fulfill client and company requirements
- Serves as quality consultant to the organization in their area(s) of GxP expertise
- Acting as a resource for training activities and policy-making decisions, supporting business leaders in mitigation of risk Being responsible for building relationships between on-site QA services and QA management of designated clients.
Working Environment:
- Work is performed in an office, laboratory environment.
- For laboratory positions, potential exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
- Exposure to electrical office equipment.
- Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.
- Variable work hours to accommodate schedules
Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $75,700.00-$101,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
