Clinical Auditing Specialist II/III - Vendor and Information System Audits Team

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Job Description

Join us as Quality Assurance Auditor II/III (Technology Solution Audits Team) and enhance our clinical auditing processes by ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards.

Location: UK/EMEA (Remote)

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct and/or lead external supplier GxP information systems audits as requested by senior management, including but not limited to on-site, virtual, questionnaire, or desktop audits of technology solutions used in clinical trials

• Assess processes related to computerized systems used in clinical trials, including Quality Management Systems (QMS), System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), information security, data integrity, business continuity, disaster recovery, backup and restore, and data center and/or cloud hosting environments.

• Provide GxP regulatory consultation and support to internal project teams and stakeholders on information systems compliance requirements, including but not limited to 21 CFR Part 11 and applicable EMA guidelines for computerized systems used in clinical trials.

• Travel will be required across EMEA at least 4 x per year.

• Prepare, document, and issue audit reports and observations to departmental and cross-functional stakeholders

• Contribute to team’s Practical Process Improvement (PPI) efforts

For consideration of level III:

• Typically 5+ years of relevant QA experience, including demonstrated leadership of GxP and vendor audits.
• Independently leads complex, multi-department, site, facility, vendor, and subcontractor audits, and may serve as the primary QA or client contact for assigned projects.
• Independently evaluates significant quality or regulatory compliance issues, determines root cause, and develops risk-based strategies to address nonconformances with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior auditors and represents QA in significant cross-functional, senior management, and client discussions.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

• Previous QA experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years’).

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of GxP and appropriate regional research regulations and guidelines

• Demonstrated proficiency and led a range of GxP audits to high standards required by management

• Working knowledge or familiarity with GAMP 5 R2, computer system validation concepts, 21CFR Part 11 Compliance, and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong problem solving, risk assessment and impact analysis abilities

• Solid experience in root cause analysis

• Above average negotiation and conflict management skills

• Flexible and able to multi-task and prioritize competing demands/work load

• Valid driver's license and ability to qualify for and maintain a corporate credit card with sufficient credit line for business travel

Why Join Us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience – and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthrough!