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New · posted Nov 6

Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Biotechnology

GMP Operational Quality Senior Specialist

  • Boston, MA
  • Hybrid
  • Full-time
  • Senior & Principal
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Pay$94K–$141K
EmploymentFull-time
LocationBoston, MA
LevelSenior & Principal
FunctionQuality Operations & Batch Release
DeadlineOpen until filled

The role

The GMP Operational Quality Senior Specialist supports the principles and application of quality assurance and regulatory compliance. The incumbent supports or executes a wide range of straightforward activities, and supports new/existing project initiatives.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in scientific or allied health field (or equivalent degree)
  • Typically requires 2 years of experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

    • At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

    Knowledge and Skills

  • Experience supporting multiple projects/teams within stated objectives and timelines
  • Experience supporting cross-functional team members and collaborate effectively
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to exchange potentially complex information
  • Able to integrates activities with other groups, departments and project teams as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to support evaluation of quality matters and solve straightforward problems using technical experience and judgement based on precedent
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet quality, accuracy, and timeliness objectives
  • Expanded conceptual knowledge of cGMP's in a pharmaceutical setting
  • Proficient in leading event investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and CAPA

    • Skills named in this posting

    What you'll do

  • Supports quality oversight for root-cause analysis and product impact assessment for investigations as a result of deviations, OOS, and OOT investigations ensuring appropriate CAPA actions are identified.
  • Supports change control assessments, implementation and closure
  • Identifies and facilitates continuous improvement efforts
  • Supports drafting and revising Quality Agreements between CMOs/Suppliers and Vertex, as needed
  • Helps represents Vertex Quality on cross-functional working teams, applying strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Support continuous improvement projects

    • Pay and benefits

    $94,200 – $141,200 a year

    Employer provided
    How this compares

    $94,200 - $141,200

    • Medical, dental and vision benefits

    • Generous paid time off

    • Company shutdown in summer and winter

    • Educational assistance and student loan repayment

    • Commuting subsidy

    • 401(k)

    Where you'll work

    Boston, MAHybridOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)

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    Working conditions

    Flex Designation

    Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

    Flex Eligibility Status

    In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
    1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
    2.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

    Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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    From the posting

    About Vertex

    Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

    Vertex company page · 45 open roles
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    Disclosure Statement

    The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

    At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.  From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

    Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

    Job intelligence

    The context around this role

    Live data · November 6, 2026

    Salary intelligence

    How the pay compares

    This role's midpoint is 23% above the US median for Quality Operations & Batch Release roles at this level.

    This roleEmployer provided

    $94,200 to $141,200 a year

    Senior & Principal roles in the US16 roles publishing pay

    Middle half $91,875 to $105,875, median $95,500
    Annual base pay
    Annual base payLowMedianHigh
    This role$94,200—$141,200
    All US$91,875$95,500$105,875

    This role: Vertex Pharmaceuticals's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Operations & Batch Release roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 6, 2026. Nothing is estimated.

    Career trajectory

    Where this role sits in Quality Operations & Batch Release

    The general path across 94 open Quality Operations & Batch Release roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Vertex's own promotion track.

    1. One step back

      Associate & Specialist

      Often: Associate · Associate II, Quality Operations

      $85K median39 open

    2. This role

      Senior & Principal

      Often: QA Specialist · QA Release Senior Quality Reviewer

      $96K median19 open

    3. Next step

      Manager

      Often: Manager, Quality Assurance Operations · Manager, Quality Operations

      $133K median16 open

    4. Later

      Director

      Often: Associate Director, GMP Operational Quality · Associate Director, GCP Operational Quality

      $198K median19 open

    5. Later

      VP & Executive

      Often: Quality Site Head

      1 open

    Skills DNA

    What this role leans on

    How many of the posting's 6 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.

    GMP and compliance: 2 linesInvestigations and CAPA: 2 linesQuality systems and risk: 1 lineCollaboration and leadership: 2 linesGMPInvestigationsQuality systemsTeamwork
    • GMP and compliance2
    • Investigations and CAPA2
    • Collaboration and leadership2
    • Quality systems and risk1

    Regulatory intelligence

    The rules, regulations and standards behind this role

    The regulations, guidance and standards that govern Quality Operations & Batch Release work in biotechnology, led by the three this posting names, each linked to the agency or standards body that publishes it.

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    • Clinical21 47%
    • Quality14 31%
    • Regulatory10 22%

    By level

    • Director37 82%
    • Manager5 11%
    • VP & Executive1 2%
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