Quality Assurance Senior Specialist

Serán is seeking a Quality Assurance Senior Specialist who will be responsible for performing the day-to-day tasks of the QA Department supporting a GMP facility manufacturing, storing, and testing pharmaceutical products.  Primary responsibilities include overseeing Supplier Quality, Auditing (supporting regulatory and client audits, conducting internal and vendor audits), and managing the Quality Risk Management program.  Tasks include audit management, audit response, facilitating audit related continuous improvements, negotiating/processing Quality Agreements and continuous improvement.  Additional responsibilities include Quality Management System, risk analyses, change management and investigations/CAPA. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs internal and third-party audits. 
• Supports regulatory inspections and client audits.  Manages and improves audit program.
• Provides direction on audit operational activities and the development of audit responses, CAPA plans, and Effectiveness Checks.
• Oversees company’s supplier quality program including supplier qualification and audit (some travel required)
• Assists in the oversight, facilitation, and implementation of continuous improvement of the company’s quality systems 
• Administers the quality risk management program and conducts risk assessments
• Document authorship, review, and approval of SOPs, reports, and quality records.

Required Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of GMP and FDA regulations for drug manufacturing (21CFR 210-211). 
Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and EMA expectations for clinical trial and commercial materials, manufacturing, and testing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Education & Experience

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a scientific discipline 
8+ years previous quality assurance experience including Auditing and Supplier Quality experience 
Working knowledge of Veeva preferred

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds

Visit https://www.seranbio.com/careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits Summary:

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701