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Job DescriptionPurpose: Establish sophisticated Quality Management (QM) framework in China R&D that consists of quality elements such as processes, issue management, risk management and knowledge management
Ensure clinical studies are conducted in China with high quality and in compliance with regulatory requirements and standard procedures by adopting the above QM framework
Responsibilities:
- Exercise leadership over discussions regarding quality in China and contribute to maintaining high level of quality
- Develop, maintain, and oversee the quality system and associated strategy, processes, tools, and technologies
- Perform local business process management in alignment with global/local regulatory requirements
- Lead impact assessment (IA) discussions around new/updated local regulations as well as Global QSDs in collaboration with the IA team members
- Identify training needs based on data-driven decisions. Plan and provide instructor-led training needed from a QM perspective targeted for China R&D and/or Global audience as applicable
- In consultation with China R&D leadership, review and refine training curriculum for local roles in the Learning Management System
- Provide advice to China R&D including global/local clinical processes, procedural documents and on international guidelines such as ICH-GCP, industry standards and local regulations
- Explore more efficient ways in improvement of quality and implement that in collaboration with stakeholders through process management, training and other quality activities
- Lead audit response management and review quality issues and audit/inspection CAPAs to ensure suitability
- Bachelors or equivalent degree, health related (e.g., Medical, Scientific, Nursing, Pharmacy) preferred
- At least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in development operations/quality management
- Demonstrate leadership and promote projects by inspiring and involving the stakeholders
- Strong understanding of Quality by Design principles, clinical quality risk management processes, risk-based monitoring, and trial oversight as required by ICH E6 R3
- English communication skill, TOEIC score of 850, or equivalent capability
- Broad knowledge of global process and Chinese local regulatory requirements related to clinical studies
- Ability to lead GCP inspection readiness activities and support global health authority inspections
- Strong knowledge management, project management and change management skills
- Strong data insights and analytical skills to identify trends and drive quality / process improvements
- Leadership Behavior/Mindset
- Never satisfied with the status quo and always pursue improvements
- Look from the other person's point of view and address issues together
- Communication skill to maintain a comfortable relationship with other functional areas and drive the business in collaboratio
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a health-related field such as medicine, science, nursing, or pharmacy
- At least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in development operations or quality management
- Leadership experience and ability to promote projects by engaging and inspiring stakeholders
- Strong understanding of Quality by Design principles
- Knowledge of clinical quality risk management processes and risk-based monitoring
- Understanding of trial oversight requirements under ICH E6 R3
- English communication skills equivalent to a TOEIC score of 850
- Broad knowledge of global processes and Chinese regulatory requirements related to clinical studies
- Ability to lead GCP inspection readiness activities and support global health authority inspections
- Strong knowledge management, project management, and change management skills
- Strong data insights and analytical skills to identify trends and drive quality and process improvements
- Ability to pursue continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
- Ability to collaborate effectively and maintain strong relationships across functional areas
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.
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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.
