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Principal Auditor, Quality Assurance

10 June 5, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science 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

 

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Senior Quality Auditor – Remote Pharma Role India

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Join ICON as a Senior Quality Auditor. Remote-based from Bangalore. Ensure GCP compliance in clinical trials. Apply now to grow your pharma QA career.

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Senior Auditor, Quality Assurance – Remote (India)

Location: Bangalore | Work Mode: Remote | ICON plc

Job Summary

ICON plc, a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, is hiring a Senior Quality Assurance Auditor to lead audit, compliance, and inspection readiness activities for clinical trials. This remote role from Bangalore, Chennai, or Trivandrum offers experienced QA professionals a platform to enforce global GCP standards, manage regulatory inspections, and strengthen the quality framework across pharmaceutical and clinical operations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and investigate complex quality issues, including CAPA planning and implementation

  • Lead and host regulatory inspections and sponsor audits

  • Conduct internal and external quality audits in alignment with GCP and ICH standards

  • Train and mentor QA staff on regulatory compliance and SOPs

  • Assist in developing and maintaining ICON’s Quality Management System

  • Support clinical operations in root cause analysis and quality improvement

  • Generate quality reports, manage effectiveness checks, and ensure audit traceability

  • Collaborate with global project teams to ensure continuous compliance


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in QA, clinical research, regulatory affairs, or pharmacovigilance

  • Deep understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory frameworks

  • Bachelor’s degree in science, life sciences, auditing, or equivalent experience

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to host sponsor/regulatory audits independently

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and mentoring capabilities

  • Must be fluent in English (written and verbal)

  • Experience with inspection readiness and audit follow-up required


Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with annual performance bonuses

  • Flexible remote work from anywhere in India (Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum preferred)

  • Health insurance plans for you and your family

  • Comprehensive retirement benefits and life assurance

  • Generous leave policy

  • Employee Assistance Program (LifeWorks) for 24/7 wellness support

  • Optional benefits: gym membership discounts, travel subsidies, health checks

  • Inclusive and diverse global work culture focused on career growth


Company Description

ICON plc is a top-tier healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to drive innovation across drug development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. With global operations and a commitment to scientific excellence, ICON enables smarter clinical trials and patient-first outcomes.


Work Mode

Remote – Based out of Bangalore, Chennai, or Trivandrum, India


Call-to-Action

Are you a QA professional ready to lead in a global clinical setting? Apply today to become a Senior Quality Auditor at ICON. Help us ensure quality, compliance, and innovation in clinical research. Submit your application now on ThePharmaDaily.com.