Quality Assurance Associate
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology QA.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
At Providence Therapeutics, we Ignite the Cure Within. We are a clinical stage Canadian mRNA company focusing on getting the best quality vaccines to the places that need it most. These include infectious diseases and cancer. We are on the leading edge of vaccine development and are on the hunt for people with an adventurous mindset to join us. We want to make a difference and help heal the World. We have an immediate opening for a Quality Assurance Associate. This position is available in Calgary, AB.
How we plan on keeping you busy:
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Review master and executed batch records, SOPs, STMs, Protocols, Reports, Qualification and validation documents, Analytical data including raw data, ELN, COAs.
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Author and review QA documents.
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Review external vendors GMP documents.
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Support internal and external audit preparation, including document collation, checklist preparation, and follow-up on audit observations.
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Participate in investigations, deviations, CAPA, and change control tracking, ensuring timely follow-up and closure support.
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Perform Line clearance and environmental monitoring activities.
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Support maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with GMP and internal quality standards.
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Assist in document control activities, including formatting, review coordination, version control, and archival of SOPs, policies, and records.
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Help perform quality data trending and analysis (e.g., deviations, complaints, CAPAs) to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
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Assist in training coordination, maintaining training records, and tracking completion in the learning management system.
What will help you get here:
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Bachelor or Master degree in discipline related to biologic or pharmaceuticals (biochemistry, biology, chemistry, medical sciences, molecular biology, or relevant field).
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2–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology QA.
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Knowledge of GMP, GLP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
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Familiarity with FDA, EMA, Health Canada, and other health authority guidelines is an asset.
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Familiar with standard analytical lab practices and techniques.
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Strong background and interest in molecular biology, biochemistry, and chemistry.
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Strong computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Knowledge of data analysis techniques is a strong asset.
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Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What its like to work with us:
At Providence Therapeutics, you’ll be working with a clinical Canadian Biotech company that is innovating in the fast-growing mRNA space. We are focused on helping and healing people around the world. We are looking for culture builders and visionaries to help us make our infectious disease and cancer programs a reality. You truly have an opportunity to have a positive impact on individuals’ lives.
What you can expect working with us:
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
- Flexible and remote work
- Unlimited vacation and Providence Wellness Days
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Quality Assurance Associate at Providence Therapeutics will review batch records and quality documents, support audits and investigations, and help keep the quality system and training records up to date. The role also includes checking vendor documents and analyzing quality data for recurring problems.
Requirements
Candidates need a bachelor's or master's degree in a life science or chemistry field and 2 to 5 years of pharmaceutical or biotech quality assurance experience. They should know GMP, GLP and GDP, be comfortable with lab practices and Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and communicate clearly.
Skills
- GMP
- GLP
- GDP
- batch record review
- SOP authoring and review
- CAPA management
- deviation management
- change control
- audit preparation
- document control
- version control
- line clearance
- environmental monitoring
- quality data trending
- training record management
- learning management system
- vendor GMP document review
- validation documentation
- analytical data review
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- data analysis
- molecular biology
- biochemistry
Benefits
- Flexible benefits package
- Unlimited vacation
- Wellness days
- Flexible and remote work
Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- quality assurance
- QA associate
- GMP
- GLP
- GDP
- batch records
- CAPA
- deviations
- change control
- audit preparation
- document control
- SOP
- validation
- mRNA
- biotech
- pharmaceutical quality
- Health Canada
- FDA
- EMA
- environmental monitoring
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible hours
- Wellness program
Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- learning management system
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- biochemistry
- biology
- chemistry
- medical sciences
- molecular biology