Quality Assurance Specialist
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Role Summary
The QA Specialist is responsible for maintaining, developing, and improving our Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with GxP guidelines, with a particular focus on GVP, GDP, and applicable ISO standards. The position supports both internal operational quality and project-level QA oversight, including document control, audit readiness, deviation management, and training coordination.
Key Responsibilities
1)Quality Management System (QMS)
- Maintain and update QMS documentation (SOPs, WI, templates)
- Support regular review and continuous improvement of QA processes
- Ensure alignment with GVP, GDP, and ISO 9001 standards
2) Document and Output Control
- Conduct quality assurance (QA) reviews of pharmacovigilance (PV) documents to verify they meet internal quality standards and procedural compliance
- Ensure documentation is complete, consistent, and aligned with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. GxP, ICH, EMA guidelines)
- Review client deliverables for formatting, structure, and overall quality prior to submission
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve identified issues or discrepancies
3) Audits & Compliance Review (15% - 6h/week)
- Prepare for and support internal audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections
- Support or coordination of external audits (clients, partners, suppliers)
- Coordinate CAPA activities and track implementation effectiveness
- Conduct or support supplier audits where applicable
4) Deviation and CAPA Management (10% - 4h/week)
- Investigate deviations and non-conformities
- Draft and manage CAPAs, including follow-up and effectiveness checks
5) Training and Compliance Monitoring (10% - 4h/week)
- Organize and track GxP training for internal staff and subcontractors
- Ensure timely onboarding of new employees and updates for existing team members
- Maintain training records and support implementation of online learning tools
6) Digitalization and System Support (15% - 6h/week)
- Support implementation of digital tools (e.g., ERP, eQMS, e-learning)
- Assist in validating systems used in PV and regulatory operations (e.g., databases, document control systems)
7) Internal QA Support (5% - 2h/week)
- Act as QA point-of-contact for project teams
- Provide guidance on regulatory expectations and good documentation practices
- Assist with client quality-related inquiries and project QA oversight
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or related field
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a GxP-regulated QA role (preferably in PV, RA, or CRO setting)
- Experience with ISO 9001 and/or electronic QMS tools is a plus
- Skills and Competencies:
- Good knowledge of GVP, GDP, and general GxP principles
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment
- Strong communication skills in Czech and English (written and spoken)
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
What We Offer
- Full-time position
- Flexible work hours and home-office option
- Contribution towards public transport (e.g. Lítačka pass)
- 5 weeks of vacation and 3 sick days per year
- Flat company structure and direct communication with leadership
- Diverse projects with international clients
- Opportunity to shape QA processes and contribute to system design
- Training and personal development support
- Company-provided laptop and mobile phone