Job description
Category: Consulting
Location:
We are seeking deeply experienced industry professionals with strong technical judgment, hands-on expertise, and a proven record of delivering high-impact consulting projects.
Ideal consultants are seasoned practitioners with 15+ years of experience and domain depth in GxP operations, regulatory compliance, quality systems, validation, engineering, and/or clinical operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver GxP-focused consulting engagements, serving as an SME across multiple functions such as Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Clinical Operations.
Develop, review, and optimize Quality Management Systems (QMS) and regulatory frameworks aligned with applicable global standards (FDA, ISO, ICH, EU MDR, MHRA, Health Canada, etc.).
Provide expert guidance on compliance readiness, remediation, and responses to regulatory inspections (FDA 483s, Warning Letters, audit observations).
Design, execute, and oversee validation and qualification programs:
Process validation
Equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Software/CSV (21 CFR Part 11)
Cleaning and sterilization validation
Computerized systems validation
Support product development programs, ensuring adherence to design control, risk management, verification/validation, and DHF/technical documentation requirements.
Perform gap assessments, root cause investigations, and CAPA development to address quality and compliance risks.
Serve as an advisor to executive teams and technical leads on regulatory pathways, submission strategies, and lifecycle management.
Provide project leadership and mentoring to junior team members, ensuring structured execution and high-quality deliverables.
Prepare and deliver client-facing reports, technical documentation, strategic recommendations, and training.
Support change management, technology transfer, and scale-up initiatives for manufacturing and operations.
Travel to client sites as needed for assessments, workshops, audits, and project execution.
Qualifications
Required
15+ years of progressively responsible experiencein GxP environments within pharma, biotech, medical devices, or life sciences manufacturing.
Recognized subject matter expertise in at least one of the following domains:
Quality Assurance / Quality Systems
Regulatory Affairs
Validation & Engineering (Process, Equipment, Automation, CSV)
Manufacturing Operations / Tech Transfer
Clinical Operations & Compliance
Risk Management (ISO 14971)
Design Controls (21 CFR 820, ISO 13485)
Strong working knowledge of global GxP regulations and standards (FDA 21 CFR, EU MDR/IVDR, ISO 13485, ICH Q-series, GAMP 5, ISO 9001/62304/17025, etc.).
Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and serve as a senior advisor for complex technical challenges.
Prior experience in consulting, advisory, or client-facing technical leadership roles.
Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
Preferred
Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, or related field.
Previous work with both large multinational organizations and small/emerging companies.
Experience navigating regulatory submissions (510(k), PMA, NDA, BLA, IND, Technical Files).
Professional certifications such as:
ASQ (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE)
RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification)
PMP
Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Engagement Type
This is a consulting/contract-based role. Engagements vary by project and may include:
Full-time project support
Part-time advisory
Fixed deliverable-based engagements
Remote, hybrid, or on-site work depending on client needs
Please note: We are currently building our database for GxP Consultants. Once we have active requisitions that align with your expertise, we will reach out to discuss potential opportunities.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.