QA Specialist

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We are seeking a dedicated QA Specialist to join our team. This role involves conducting both internal and external audits within GCP guidelines to ensure compliance and quality in clinical research processes.

• Conduct clinical site audits domestically and internationally to verify regulatory and protocol compliance.
• Ensure clinical compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulations.
• Review clinical audit reports and provide guidance to auditors.
• Support the inspection readiness program.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for quality assurance.
• Promote quality by reviewing work instructions, providing training to staff, and supporting the Quality Management System.
• Host client audits and conduct external audits at clinical and vendor sites.
• Lead process improvement activities and CAPA investigations.
• Support regulatory authority inspections.

• Solid understanding of GCP with a minimum of 5 years experience; candidates with 3+ years may be considered if they have strong supporting experience.
• Experience working with eQMS.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience in supervising staff.

• Minimum of a B.S./B.A. in a relevant field.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred.
• Advanced degree preferred.

This is a fully remote position based in DC or Maryland. The role requires 10-20% travel, including one domestic trip every other month and at least one international trip per year. This opportunity allows for career advancement from a team lead to a managerial position and offers the chance to travel internationally.

Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD.

Pay range: $48.00 - $55.29/hr.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave ( PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.