To Discuss more about this job opportunity, please reach out to Deepak Arya (LinkedIn URL - www.linkedin.com/in/deepak-arya-8a79aa22a/), email your updated resume at Email - deepak.arya@collabera.com. Thank you!

Pay Range: $20 to $24 per hour

Client Industry: Pharmaceutical

Job Mode: Onsite

Contract Duration: Through end of year (with potential extension)

Description:

The Quality Assurance Specialist I role supports quality operations by assisting with supplier audits, quality assessments, and compliance activities. This is an entry-level position focused on learning and applying quality systems under close supervision. The role exists to ensure suppliers and processes align with regulatory and internal quality standards. The position contributes to audit readiness and continuous quality improvement. Guidance and oversight are provided, with gradual exposure to independent decision-making.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in life sciences, engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Regulatory, laboratory, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Basic understanding of GLP, GMP, or GCP regulations
• Familiarity with SOPs and regulated documentation
• Ability to work under supervision and escalate issues appropriately

Day to Day:

• Support planning and scheduling of third-party supplier audits
• Assist with paper-based quality assessments such as questionnaires and supplier histories
• Maintain approved supplier lists and global audit schedules
• Collect internal and external audit metrics for reporting and trending
• Support audit readiness activities for regulatory or customer inspections
• Assist senior auditors with documentation, procedures, and record maintenance
• Prepare project updates and status reports for management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality objectives

Plusses:

• Exposure to pharmaceutical or medical device environments
• Prior experience with supplier quality or audit support
• Laboratory or manufacturing experience
• Quality Assurance or Regulatory Affairs exposure

Benefits:
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time , paid sick and safe time , hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)