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Quality Assurance Associate

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
0-2 years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 11, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Quality Assurance Associate
Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid Work Model)
Job ID: 25105204
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Clinical Research | Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance | CRO | GxP Compliance


Quality Assurance Associate – Audit & Compliance (Hybrid, Gurugram)

Syneos Health is hiring a Quality Assurance Associate to support audit management, regulatory inspection readiness, and enterprise quality management system (eQMS) operations at its Gurugram location. This hybrid role provides structured exposure to global clinical research quality frameworks and pharmaceutical compliance standards.

As a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization operating across 110+ countries, Syneos Health partners with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to accelerate clinical development and regulatory success.


Role Summary

The Quality Assurance Associate plays a critical role in supporting internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections by ensuring accurate documentation, audit tracking, and compliance data management. The position contributes directly to maintaining GCP, GxP, and global regulatory compliance standards within a CRO environment.

This opportunity is well-suited for professionals aiming to build expertise in:

  • Clinical Quality Assurance (CQA)

  • Pharmaceutical Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

  • Audit Coordination & Inspection Readiness

  • Enterprise Quality Management Systems (eQMS)

  • CRO Quality Operations


Key Responsibilities

Audit Coordination & Tracking

  • Assist in tracking scheduled and planned audits within the enterprise quality management system.

  • Update audit schedules and compliance calendars as directed by QA leadership.

  • Support audit preparation activities by compiling required documentation such as:

    • Training records

    • Organizational charts

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Quality and compliance records

  • Assist auditors in gathering follow-up information during customer audits and regulatory inspections.

  • Enter and maintain accurate audit-related data in the eQMS.

Quality Documentation & Compliance Support

  • Maintain, file, and archive Quality Assurance documentation in accordance with internal policies and regulatory standards.

  • Ensure proper document control, version tracking, and record retention.

  • Assist in preparing QA tools, trackers, and compliance documentation.

  • Support ongoing inspection readiness initiatives across departments.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Perform other QA-related tasks as assigned.

  • Work under structured supervision with detailed instructions for day-to-day tasks.

  • Minimal travel may be required (up to 25%).


Required Experience

  • 0–2 years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research settings.

  • Exposure to quality systems, regulatory documentation, compliance processes, or audit support is preferred.

  • Fresh graduates with relevant internships in QA, clinical operations, or regulatory functions may be considered.


Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Healthcare Management, or a related discipline.

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.


Required Skills & Competencies

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Basic knowledge of SharePoint or electronic document management systems preferred.

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

  • Ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, compliance-driven environment.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to collaborate effectively with global stakeholders.


Work Environment

  • Hybrid work model based in Gurugram, India.

  • Exposure to global pharmaceutical and clinical research compliance operations.

  • Structured corporate quality framework with defined career growth opportunities.

  • Inclusive and collaborative professional environment.


Career Development Opportunities

This role provides foundational experience in:

  • Enterprise Quality Management Systems (eQMS)

  • GCP and GxP regulatory standards

  • Audit preparation and regulatory inspection processes

  • Clinical research compliance documentation

Potential future roles include:

  • Clinical Quality Assurance Specialist

  • QA Auditor

  • Regulatory Affairs Associate

  • Quality Systems Analyst


About Syneos Health

Syneos Health is a global biopharmaceutical solutions organization that has supported 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs and 95% of EMA-authorized products over the past five years. With more than 29,000 employees worldwide, the company collaborates across thousands of clinical trial sites to advance medical innovation.


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If you are seeking to start or advance your career in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Clinical Compliance, or Audit Support, this hybrid opportunity in Gurugram offers strong exposure to global regulatory standards within a leading CRO environment.