Job Opportunity: Quality Assurance Associate – Life Sciences R&D

Job Summary

Accenture is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Associate to join our Life Sciences R&D team in Bengaluru. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our global biopharma clients maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you have 1–3 years of experience in QA, validation, or regulatory domains and are passionate about driving quality governance within the life sciences sector, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

As a Quality Assurance Associate at Accenture, you will work within a dynamic environment dedicated to Clinical, Pharmacovigilance, and Regulatory operations. This role focuses on maintaining quality governance, ensuring audit readiness, and performing system validation (CSV). You will play a key part in helping our clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes while improving their overall operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily contributions will involve a blend of strategic compliance and hands-on validation tasks, including:

• Quality Governance & Audits: Support audit compliance activities, ensuring full alignment with InfoSec, Business Continuity Management (BCM), anti-corruption policies, and global regulatory requirements.
• System Validation (CSV): Execute computer system validation across all lifecycle stages to ensure technological systems meet intended use.
• Documentation Management: Author and review critical validation documentation, including User Requirement Specifications (URS), Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS), IQ/OQ/UAT test scripts, Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTM), Validation Master Plans (VMP), and final validation reports.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all processes adhere to FDA regulations and global GxP (Good Practice) standards.
• Risk Mitigation: Assist in identifying risks and validating the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with global teams, participate in project management activities, and contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions to foster a culture of quality.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who combine technical knowledge with a high degree of precision.

• Experience: 1–3 years of professional experience in Quality Assurance, Validation, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, or Clinical Operations.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm), an MSc in Life Sciences, or an Engineering (BE) degree.
• Technical Skills:
  • Solid understanding of GxP standards and audit processes.
  • Proven knowledge of Computer System Validation (CSV).
  • Exceptional documentation and technical writing skills.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills in English, the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet strict deadlines, and a collaborative mindset for working within global teams.

Benefits

Accenture is committed to the professional growth and well-being of our employees. Joining our team offers:

• Competitive Compensation: An estimated salary range of ₹4.5 LPA – ₹8 LPA.
• Professional Development: Access to world-class learning and development programs designed to advance your career in QA, PV, Regulatory, and Clinical domains.
• Global Exposure: Opportunities to work on large-scale, high-impact projects for leading global pharmaceutical companies.
• Well-being: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work Environment: A diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking culture that rewards innovation and excellence.

How to Apply

If you are ready to advance your career in life sciences quality assurance, we invite you to submit your application through our official portal. Please ensure your resume highlights your relevant experience in validation and regulatory domains.

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Accenture is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.