Quality Assurance Officer
Job Title: QA Officer I
Job Location: Vancouver, BC
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000
Frontage is a global Contract Research Company (CRO) with the head office located in Exton, Pennsylvania, USA. Frontage has 25 sites across USA, Canada, China and Italy. The Canadian operations include two sites – one located in Vancouver and the other based in Toronto. Frontage Vancouver (formerly BRI) has been in operation for more than 25 years with service offerings in regulated and non-regulated bioanalytical (various platforms including LC/MS/MS and MSD for small and large molecules analyses), In-vitro / In-vivo Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics and pharmacology. The Frontage Vancouver operation is projected to grow significantly in the next few years, especially to meet the demands of biotech and pharmaceutical companies in the Pacific Northwest region. Our facility is accredited by AAALAC and conforms to GLP standards.
Currently, we are seeking highly motivated team players to join Frontage organization in various roles.
This position requires excellent oral, written communication, and strong organizational skills.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science related discipline is required.
- Experience in pharmaceutical contract research and GLP compliance knowledge is an asset.
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as ICH M10 and GLP.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong planning, organization and leadership abilities.
- Competent and self-motivated individual able to work independently.
- Good logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
- Ability to work under specific time constraints.
Job Responsibilities:
- Audit study data and reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Write, update, and review SOPs.
- Track CAPA and deviations.
- Inspect facility records.
- Conduct routine internal audits to identify deviations or non-compliance issues.
- Conduct training sessions on regulatory affairs.
- Maintain vendor qualification program.
- Assist in preparation of client site/regulatory audits.
- Maintain all documentation to ensure the GLP requirements are met and follows SOPs and safety protocols.
- Help with general facility maintenance as needed.
- Other tasks as required.
Frontage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees.
We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a science-related discipline
- Experience in pharmaceutical contract research
- Knowledge of GLP compliance
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as ICH M10 and GLP
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning, organization, and leadership abilities
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation
- Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extra shifts
- Ability to work under specific time constraints
Frontage Laboratories, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is often described as good or affordable, with medical, dental, and vision consistently included. Feedback suggests this coverage stands out as a solid element of the package.
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Retirement Support — A company‑matched 401(k) is frequently mentioned and at times characterized as competitive. Access to retirement savings with an employer match is viewed as a meaningful benefit.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is offered with floating holidays and some carryover, with reports of about three weeks to start in certain roles. These features indicate a reasonably comprehensive time‑off structure.
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What We Do
Frontage Laboratories, Inc. is a CRO that provides integrated, science-driven, product development services throughout the drug discovery and development process to enable pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to achieve their development goals. Comprehensive services include drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics, analytical testing and formulation development, preclinical and clinical trial material manufacturing, bioanalysis, preclinical safety and toxicology assessment and early phase clinical studies. Frontage has enabled many biotechnology companies and leading pharmaceutical companies of varying sizes to advance a myriad of molecules through development and file regulatory submissions in the United States, China and other countries.
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