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Senior Auditor – Clinical Quality Assurance Jobs in Boston, Massachusetts, USA at Dechra
Senior Auditor – Clinical
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Invetx, a division of Dechra, is a veterinary biotechnology company focused on developing protein-based therapeutics for chronic conditions in companion animals, with an emphasis on monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). Our proprietary innovation platform integrates leading industry technologies to create species-specific, half-life extended mAbs that are longer-lasting, safe, effective, and more affordable than current treatments. As part of Dechra, a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals, Invetx supports Dechra’s mission to sustainably improve global animal health and welfare.
To implement and maintain a compliance program for the Invetx Development organization, ensuring adherence to internal policies, procedures, and external regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA, USDA). This role provides quality oversight for animal health research development activities supporting local and global projects by proactively driving compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
Main Responsibilities
Coordinate preparation activities for regulatory authority inspections to enable inspection readiness at clinical sites.
Conduct vendor audits of third-party laboratories, Contract Research Organizations, and other Product Development (R&D) supporting vendors (e.g., bioanalytical services, clinical supply services).
Provide general quality guidance and compliance consultation.
Generate and review Clinical Quality Assurance Standard Operating Procedures and Policies, aligning them with company standards.
Establish and execute quality plans and audits for Invetx clinical trials.
Provide regulatory training for the Development Organization.
Oversee GLP studies conducted by third-party laboratories as Sponsor QA.
Serve as Clinical Quality Representative on Product Development Project teams.
Serve as Sponsor Quality for clinical efficacy studies.
Ensure compliance with all Dechra policies, including quality frameworks, Code of Conduct, anti-discrimination/harassment policies, and health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Ideal Candidate
We value diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We are particularly interested in candidates who have:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Animal Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience in Quality Assurance and knowledge of quality management systems.
Strong understanding of risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Extensive knowledge in providing quality oversight for veterinary clinical studies and third-party vendor assessments, especially supporting biologicals and pharmaceuticals.
Expected travel of 20-25% (domestic and international).
Experience focused on Animal Health.
RQAP-GLP certification.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing, Other, and Quality Assurance
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Title: Senior Auditor – Clinical Quality Assurance
Company: Dechra
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Category: Healthcare (Medical Science, Data Scientist), Quality Assurance – QA/QC
