Quality Assurance Specialist II/III

Quality Assurance SpecialistAssist clinical research teams at the Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders Research with development, implementation, and maintenance of quality assurance systems and activities. Perform internal audits, assist with site audits, and coordinate the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures.Lead clinical research teams at the Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders Research with development, implementation, and maintenance of quality assurance systems and activities. Lead performance and scheduling of internal audits, failure investigations and corrective and preventative actions plans, and coordination of site's sponsors' audits and competent authorities' inspections. Provide regulatory and quality advice input, coordinate the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures and supporting documents, and lead quality and regulatory topics training for staff. Represent the department in QA activities, and serve as a primary contact for the department/site program and team.Required Education and ExperienceQuality Assurance Specialist II: BA/BS degree in biological sciences or health related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum one (1) year pharmaceutical industry, clinical or biological research experience, or CRO experience.Quality Assurance Specialist III: BA/BS degree in biological sciences or other health related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five years of healthcare experience in an area such as clinical laboratory, blood bank, cellular therapy collection or processing, oncology specialties including nursing, healthcare accreditation and compliance, or other health care related experience, or 3 years direct experience with all regulations related to the department's primary work. Preferred Master's degree in healthcare related field. Experience in quality assurance or quality control. Experience in regulatory/accreditation requirements. Experience in administering regulatory accreditation and compliance programs. Experience in healthcare related to the Department/Site's focus.Compensation Range$82,736.00 - $150,166.00 per yearSalary InformationThis compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.Disclaimer for Out of State ApplicantsThis compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.Benefits InformationSeattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. 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