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Kelly · 7 hours ago

Clinical Quality Assurance Specialist

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Clinical Quality Assurance Specialist - Inspection Readiness to join a leading global eye health company with a legacy of over 170 years. This role involves supporting global clinical investigator site inspection readiness for ophthalmology studies, engaging with investigator sites, and providing support during regulatory inspections.

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Hiring Manager
Cristina Weed, MBA
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Responsibilities

Lead inspection readiness activities for global clinical sites, including pre-inspection visits, readiness reviews, interview preparation, and document workflow coaching
Support/coach site staff in key clinical quality areas: informed consent, protocol compliance, data integrity (ALCOA+), safety documentation, investigational product/device accountability, and ophthalmology-specific risks
Serve as site-facing support during regulatory inspections (FDA BIMO and others), coordinating front/back room activities, managing document requests, and ensuring accurate responses during inspections
Conduct targeted site assessments/audits based on risk and provide evidence-based readiness reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen site oversight, support CAPA, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement

Qualification

Clinical Quality AssuranceInspection ReadinessGCP ComplianceRegulatory KnowledgeClinical Research ExperienceOphthalmology ExperienceQuality Auditor CertificationCollaborationIndependent Work

Required

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field
7–12+ years in clinical research/quality assurance (focus on investigator site-facing GCP compliance + inspection readiness)
Experience directly supporting investigator sites through live regulatory inspections; FDA BIMO experience strongly preferred
Experience with pharma trials (IND/Phase 1–4) and medical device investigations (surgical/non-surgical)
Independent, collaborative, and able to travel up to 50% (domestic/international)

Preferred

Ophthalmology clinical trial experience
ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent
Experience with inspection readiness tools and supporting inspections across multiple regions

Company

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Chris Layden
Chief Executive Officer
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Nicholas Zuhlke
Vice President, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer
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