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Quality Manager - Clinical Operations (Remote) (Quality Manager - Cl)

Overview

Reference
Quality Manager - Cl

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- Johannesburg Metro -- Johannesburg

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
19 September 2024


Our client is seeking a highly skilled Quality Manager to ensure the highest standards of quality in clinical trials and processes. The successful candidate will ideally have experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA), potentially within a pharmaceutical company or Contract Research Organization (CRO).

Responsibilities:

  • Clinical Trial Quality Oversight:
  • Implement, manage, and improve the QMS.
  • Ensure adherence to GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee data quality and conduct quality control audits.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Management:
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with regulatory bodies and maintain proper documentation.
  • Process Improvement and Risk Management:
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Training and Development:
  • Develop and deliver training programs.
  • Ensure team members are up-to-date on regulatory changes and quality standards.
  • Collaboration with Key Stakeholders:
  • Work closely with clinical operations, data management, regulatory affairs, and project management teams.
  • Collaborate with external partners to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Audit Preparation and Reporting:
  • Prepare for and lead audits.
  • Compile and present audit reports, quality metrics, and compliance findings.

Key Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulatory submissions, data management, and trial monitoring.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lead and manage multiple projects.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to present complex information clearly.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
  • Exceptional leadership and mentorship skills.
  • A proactive approach to quality improvement.
  • Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
  • Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment and handle multiple priorities is essential.
  • Experience as a CRA, ideally in a pharmaceutical company or CRO setting.
  • Familiarity with GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory compliance standards.
  • Proven experience in auditing clinical trial sites and implementing corrective actions.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or related field.
  • Advanced degree or equivalent experience in clinical research or pharmaceutical quality management preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical research, with a focus on quality assurance or quality management.


Contact information

Tamlyn Redmond