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Senior Quality Specialist (QP/RP Qualified)

  • Division: Engineering
  • Contact Email: ranait.coughlan@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 24632

A leading healthcare organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Specialist to oversee and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), acting as a Qualified Person (QP) under EU GMP and Responsible Person (RP) under EU GDP regulations. This is a permanent position based onsite their office in Dublin. This position offers a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring it is fit for purpose.
  • Approve SOPs and quality system documentation.
  • Maintain compliance with WDA, MIA, and ASR authorisations.
  • Act as QP/RP and liaise with the HPRA on behalf of the company.
  • Support HPRA inspections and prepare written responses.
  • Oversee quality aspects of new product introductions.
  • Review and approve non-conformances, CAPAs, change controls, and complaints.
  • Manage supplier and customer GDP compliance reviews.
  • Ensure GMP-compliant batch record review before release.
  • Prepare, update, and review technical agreements with partners and third parties.
  • Conduct internal audits and management reviews.
  • Lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within quality operations.

Requirements:

  • BSc (Hons) in Science or equivalent.
  • Eligible to act as a Qualified Person (QP) under Directive 2001/83/EC and 2003/94/EC.
  • Eligible to act as a Responsible Person (RP) per EU GDP guidelines is preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance within the healthcare industry.
  • Strong understanding of GMDPs and regulatory expectations.
  • Experience with internal audits and HPRA inspections.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to travel as needed.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ranait Coughlan

ranait.coughlan@collinsmcnicholas.ie

(090) 6450664 (01) 66 200 8