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Quality Assurance Specialist

Tempus

Chicago, ILFull-time$55–70K/yrPosted 3w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$55–70K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Tempus Labs is hiring a Quality Assurance Specialist. Tempus Labs seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist passionate about precision medicine to support quality activities related to incidents, deviations, nonconformances and CAPA in compliance with FDA QSR, ISO 13485 and CLIA/CAP regulations, driving process improvements and ensuring regulatory adherence within its Chicago site.

Key focus areas include Process and manage issues/incidents including deviations, NCs, and CAPAs, Participate in process improvements to the issue/incident reporting framework, and Collaborate with Regulatory on health authority reporting as necessary.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma. Important skills include Actionable Insights, Personalized Medicine, CLIA/CAP, Strong Communication, Influencing Skills, and Negotiating Skills. Preferred (not required): Quality Assurance, Sales Compensation, Treatment, and Artificial Intelligence.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Actionable InsightsPersonalized MedicineCLIA/CAPQuality AssuranceSales CompensationTreatmentArtificial IntelligenceAttention to DetailFDARoot Cause AnalysisCorrective ActionsPreventative ActionsHighly OrganizedSystematicLearn New Skills QuicklyAdapt to New ProcessesTime ManagementCommunication SkillsSelf-DrivenWorks Well in Fast-Moving Cross-Functional Team EnvironmentCreate Processes and WorkflowsDefine and Create Solutions to ChallengesIntermediate Computer SkillsGoogle SuiteStrong CommunicationInfluencing SkillsNegotiating SkillsCollaboration SkillsLeadershipCAPA Process KnowledgeDeviation Process KnowledgeNonconformance Process KnowledgeMultiple Task ManagementIndependent WorkCreative Problem SolvingDiplomatic Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science Field1-3+ Years QA Experience in Clinical Laboratory/Medical Device/Diagnostic CompanyQA Experience in Clinical Molecular Testing Laboratory (LDTs)Working Knowledge of Medical Device / in Vitro Diagnostic Regulations (FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, IVDD)Working Knowledge of Deviations, NC and CAPA Processes

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

Please note: This position is onsite in Chicago and requires you to work Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday.

Responsibilities:

  • Compilation and approval of the Device History Record.
  • Complete incoming material acceptance activities.
  • Read, understand, and update SOPs within the document control system, including creation/revision/review of internal SOPs and other quality documentation.
  • File quality documentation in a systematic organized manner.
  • Maintain documentation in order to satisfy CLIA/CAP/NYS-DOH/FDA requirements.
  • Provide metrics to identify trends and conduct root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of quality issues.
  • Report significant deviations and system deficiencies to management, as appropriate.
  • Interact with management and testing personnel to coordinate Quality tasks.
  • Pull records and reports as requested during internal and external audits.
  • Help facilitate and implement corrective and preventative actions
  • Aid in tracking and maintenance of quality records, including batch records, checklists, competency assessments, quality and equipment binders, and continuing education documentation.
  • Complete and maintain onboarding, offboarding, and transfer duties within electronic quality management systems.
  • Maintain training matrix and training document master list.
  • Assist in document control workflow, as needed.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma required, Bachelors Degree in Science or Engineering preferred.
  • 2-4+ years of experience with clerical/documentation handling.
  • Previous experience in a clinical lab regulated by CAP/CLIA/NYS/FDA highly desirable.
  • Highly organized and systematic, with superb attention to detail.
  • Ability to complete repetitive tasks with a high degree of precision and accuracy.
  • Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly.
  • Excellent time management and communication skills.
  • Self-driven and works well in a fast-moving, cross-functional team environment with minimal direction.
  • Ability to create processes and workflows, as well as define and create solutions to challenges.
  • Intermediate computer skills and software applications, including experience with Microsoft Office tools and/or Google Suite applications.

Illinois Pay Range: $55,000-$70,000

The expected salary range may vary for other locations. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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