QA Regulatory Data SME

QA Regulatory Data SME Guidehouse - 3.2 Silver Spring, MD Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $141,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Referral program Qualifications Project reporting Data integrity assurance Audit report preparation Data validation techniques Technical documentation Technical report writing Audit Reporting Data quality management Data integrity and documentation Quality assurance audits Bachelor's degree Data analytics Internal compliance assessments Quality audits Systems analysis Process improvement planning Regulatory compliance analysis FDA regulations Audit support Laboratory compliance and regulatory documentation

Full Job Description Job Family :

Data Science & Analysis Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Public Trust Our federal client conducts product testing, quality evaluations, and risk assessments to support market interventions and ensure pharmaceutical manufacturing quality. The associated data repository serves as a critical system of record underpinning regulatory decision-making for pharmaceutical products. This role supports an internal audit of drug quality sampling and testing databases to ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and methodological consistency. The SME will assess data quality, validate adherence to FDA standards, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen regulatory decision-making processes.

What You Will Do:

Perform comprehensive reviews of database records to evaluate completeness, accuracy, and consistency Analyze variations in sampling and testing procedures and assess impacts to data quality and integrity across data sources. Assess compliance of documentation and data controls with FDA regulations, guidance, and standard operating procedures Evaluate completeness, and consistency and gaps in supporting documentation associated with testing activities Identify deviation, inconsistencies from established processes and risks impacting regulatory decisions; Provide prioritized, actionable recommendations for corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Support alignment of database practices with regulatory expectations and audit standards Prepare a comprehensive final audit report detailing observations, risk areas, and root causes Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders across regulatory, scientific, and program leadership teams Support implementation planning for process improvements and data governance enhancements

What You Will Need:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Regulatory Science, Data Science, or related discipline Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in regulatory data analysis, quality assurance, or FDA-regulated environments Demonstrated ability to define problems and analyze complex systems within regulatory or scientific domains Experience developing analysis plans, evaluating data quality, and supporting regulatory decision-making processes Experience coordinating and managing analytical evaluations, audits, or compliance reviews Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, data integrity principles (e.g., ALCOA+), and laboratory documentation standards Ability to assess system specifications and recommend improvements for implementation Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including status reports, technical reports and audit documentation Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities in complex regulatory environments Hybrid role requiring the ability to work onsite at the client location in

Silver Spring, MD What Would Be Nice To Have:

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant scientific or regulatory discipline Experience supporting regulatory quality surveillance initiatives, data systems and data management practices. Familiarity with drug quality sampling, laboratory testing workflows, and analytical validation processes. Experience conducting internal audits or supporting regulatory inspections (e.g., FDA, ISO, GLP). Knowledge of database systems used for laboratory data management (e.g., LIMS), scientific instruments and laboratory equipment. Experience with data governance, quality frameworks, and process improvement methodologies. Experience translating audit findings into operational and system-level improvements The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Retirement Plan Group Term Life and Travel Assistance Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Care.com annual membership Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.) Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.