New · posted Oct 21
AstraZeneca · Pharmaceuticals
Quality Assurance Specialist
- Santa Monica, CA
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
Closes Oct 31, 2026 · 9 days left
The role
The Specialist, Quality ensures compliance with quality system's procedures and assessing regulatory and quality risks in activities and processes according to regulatory agency guidelines and company practices. This unique role is accountable for routine Quality Assurance responsibilities related to the production and disposition of products manufactured and tested on behalf of Astrazeneca. This role is based in Tarzana, CA, and reports to the Manager, QA.
At AstraZeneca's Oncology R&D division, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. Here we have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of billions of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference and have built our business around our fervor for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs.
What you need
BA/BS in biological sciences or a related field is required
2-4 years GMP regulated industry experience..
Proficient in cGMP regulations, quality systems and regulatory
Experience writing, evaluating and closing investigations, CAPAs and change control records.
Adapt best practices for stage appropriate products.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we ignite ambitious thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
What you'll do
Provide quality assurance support across technical operations functions (i.e. Manufacturing, Facilities & Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Control, Analytical Development, Product Development/Manufacturing Sciences & Technology) within AstraZeneca to assure compliance to the quality manual and maintain collaborative quality relationships.
Lead deviations and laboratory investigations related to GMP manufacturing and analytical testing, respectively, with cross-functional owners. Determine corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) and Verification of Effectiveness (VoE) and drive timely implementation and closure.
Work with appropriate partners to manage change controls in a phase appropriate manner for clinical stage products that supports quality risk management (i.e. New Product Introduction, New Facility, & Manufacturing Process Change Controls).
Provide ILT trainings for annual GMP/GDP, Quality Manual, Quality Risk Management, Deviation/CAPA, Change Control.
Work with QA doc control to ensure accurate issuance of batch record documentation (i.e. lot/media batch records and in-process/QC/final product labels) to manufacturing.
Review routine manufacturing batch documentation and quality control data for in-process and finished product to support disposition and lot closure.
Perform approval of equipment alarm acknowledgements, equipment activation and PM/Calibration schedules in computerized asset and alarm management system(s).
Review routine material release documentation for quality release of raw materials used for manufacturing and quality control testing.
Pay and benefits
$101,000 – $151,000 a year
Employer providedShort-term incentive bonus opportunity
Equity-based long-term incentive program
401(k) plan \
Paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $100,880.80 - $151,321.20 . Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Where you'll work
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From the posting
About AstraZeneca
Date Posted
20-Oct-2026
Closing Date
30-Oct-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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The context around this role
Live data · October 23, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 56% above the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in California33 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US177 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $101,000 | — | $151,000 |
| California (middle half) | $76,000 | $86,500 | $105,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $59,000 | $81,000 | $93,500 |
This role: AstraZeneca's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 23, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
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Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 927 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not AstraZeneca's own promotion track.
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What this role leans on
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- GMP and compliance6
- Documentation and SOPs5
- Quality systems and risk5
- Lab testing and methods3
- Investigations and CAPA3
- Collaboration and leadership3
- Regulatory submissions1
- Data and digital systems1
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AstraZeneca on Regulatory Jobs
- 21
- Open roles
- 18
- Distinct roles
- 9
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality11 52%
- Regulatory10 48%
By level
- Director10 48%
- Associate & Specialist5 24%
- Senior & Principal4 19%
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Quality Assurance Specialist at AstraZeneca
Applications close October 31. $101K–$151K a year, employer provided.