Kelly Science & Clinical has a direct hire opportunity for a QA Specialist in Rochester, MN!
A Direct Hire Opportunity
Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000
M-F 8am-5pm
Summary:
Seeking a detail-oriented QA Specialist to strengthen laboratory quality and data integrity programs in a biotech/CRO environment. Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, robust data practices, method validation oversight, and cross-functional project support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as SME for data integrity and Good Documentation Practices, conducting audits and training staff
- Oversee and review assay qualification/validation studies and documentation
- Support analytical method transfers, review protocols, and ensure scientific rigor
- Act as QA liaison on project teams and manage QA deliverables and timelines
- Participate in lab management activities including audits, deviation investigations, and equipment qualification
- Maintain and improve SOPs, quality indicators, and inspection readiness
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 3-5 years of QA experience in a regulated laboratory setting
- Hands-on experience in GCLP or GLP-regulated biotech/CRO environment
- Expertise in at least three: data integrity, assay validation, sample management, method transfer, or lab QA
- Knowledge of ALCOA , FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ICH Q2(R1), and related regulations
- Experience with LIMS/ELN; proficiency with Microsoft Office and eQMS platforms
Compensation and benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
- Health insurance
- Dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Employer paid short- and long-term disability
- AD&D
- Simple IRA with an employer match
- Annual bonus
Salary will range between $75k-$95k based on education, title, and related experience. If you, or someone you know, would like to be considered please apply online today to discuss the next steps!
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