Senior Clinical Quality Assurance Associate

Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling new position? Join our dynamic team at WEP Clinical, where your contributions will play a key role in driving impactful solutions and improving outcomes for clients and patients. We encourage innovation and collaboration, challenging our team to bring forward ideas that make a real difference. Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing clinical research and transforming lives.

Role Objectives:  The WEP Clinical GMDP Quality Assurance Manager will be responsible for the leadership and operational execution of the site quality assurance function regarding the distribution and manufacturing (secondary packaging & labelling) activities. They will oversee and drive day-to-day site operations, driving compliance to regulatory Good Manufacturing and Distribution Practice standards and operational improvements. The GMDP Quality Manager will also act as a primary expert and interface between supply chain and logistics, project management and other departments to drive delivery of client solutions with respects to Post Approval Named Patient/Expanded Access Program and Clinical Trial supply service lines for the site.

The Ideal Candidate: Attention to detail

Process-driven

Accountable

Collaborative

What You'll Do: Serve as GCP quality systems SME across global clinical operations.

Provide QA oversight to Clinical Operations, Nursing, Project Management, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs, and other operational teams.

Lead investigations for non-conformances, complaints, protocol deviations, quality events, and compliance issues.

Independently manage complex CAPAs from investigation through effectiveness checks and closure.

Lead risk assessments for new services, processes, vendors, systems, and operational changes.

Review clinical and GCP documentation, including protocols, ICFs, eCRFs, Pharmacy Manuals, Monitoring Plans, and essential documents.

Oversee decentralized clinical trial activities, including nursing, home healthcare, source documentation, IP handling, and related processes.

Support QMS records and documentation, including deviations, CAPAs, complaints, change controls, risk assessments, SOPs, forms, templates, and guidance documents.

Review change controls, support approvals, and lead post-implementation effectiveness reviews.

Support vendor qualification, audits, requalification, Quality Technical Agreements, and ongoing vendor performance monitoring.

Support audits and inspections by managing readiness, documentation, responses, corrective action plans, evidence, and commitment tracking.

Review quality metrics, identify trends and risks, drive improvements, support validation/qualification activities, mentor QA staff, represent Quality on cross-functional projects, escalate significant risks, and promote a culture of quality and compliance.

What You'll Need: Bachelor's Degree or higher (preference for pharmaceutical, life sciences, or engineering concentration)

3 to 5 years of experience in a quality-related role within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare organization

Experience supporting global clinical trials and decentralized clinical trial activities

Experience supporting Sponsor audits, regulatory inspections, internal audits, and/or supplier audits

Practical experience with quality investigations, CAPAs, root cause analysis, quality risk assessments, and continuous improvement

Experience with eQMS, eTMF, Microsoft Office, and quality management software applications

Working knowledge of GCP regulations and global regulatory expectations, including ICH E6(R3), FDA, EU Clinical Trial Regulation, MHRA, GDPR where applicable, and related requirements

Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, risk-based quality management principles, and computerized system validation or validation lifecycle principles

Practical understanding of GDP, warehousing, logistics, and clinical trial supply processes is advantageous

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, stakeholder management, mentoring, and influencing skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, handle confidential information professionally, and apply a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Location eligibility applies. Candidates must reside in a U.S. state where the company is authorized to hire. This role is not eligible for residents of: California, Colorado, New York, Washington, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Illinois, Hawaii, and District of Columbia. 

What We Offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance FSA, HSA Voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance Group short-term and long-term disability insurance Group Life Insurance 401K safe harbor plan and company match Paid vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time Paid maternity & paternity leave

What Sets Us Apart: WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most. Through end-to-end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time. With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalized service of a specialized provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments. 

We're Committed to Our Team: WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth and development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page to learn more about our team events and all we do to support our employees. 

How We Work at WEP Clinical: At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgment, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives - and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment. 

Our Services Include: Access Programs Clinical Trial Services Patient Site Solutions Clinical Trial Supply Market Access and Commercialization

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How to Apply: To be considered for this role, please submit your resume through the WEP Clinical Careers Portal or by using LinkedIn’s Easy Apply option. Please ensure your resume is in English. 

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WEP Clinical is a smoke-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free work environment.

WEP Clinical is an equal-opportunity employer. WEP Clinical does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual’s race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. WEP Clinical will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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