Quality Assurance Specialist (Freelance)
Location: Grenoble, France (Hybrid)
Start Date: June 2026
Contract Length: 12 months (freelance)
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the effective operation of the Quality Management System through document control, record maintenance, and procedural updates
- Coordinate training activities, maintain training records, and support supplier documentation and quality agreement updates
- Monitor quality system performance by collecting, analysing, and reporting KPI data and trends for management review
- Identify quality system gaps or non‑conformances and contribute to investigations and escalation where appropriate
- Assist with internal audits, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and verification of follow‑up activities
- Support preparation for, and participation in, external audits and regulatory assessments
- Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to resolve quality issues efficiently and support continuous improvement
- Contribute as an active member of the Quality team, ensuring clear communication and alignment across departments
Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a scientific, engineering, or life science‑related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years' experience working in a regulated quality environment in medical devices.
- Practical experience supporting Quality Management Systems, including documentation control, audits, and CAPA activities
- Good working knowledge of regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, MDSAP or similar)
- Strong organisational, communication, and data‑handling skills, with confidence using MS Office and document management tools
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