Quality Assurance Director

PerkinElmer

. Serve as a senior advisor and delivery leader on strategic quality and regulatory engagements .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and strategic project leadership within the life sciences sector. Proven ability to mentor teams, develop thought leadership, and drive client engagement through effective communication and business development.

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Quality Management System DesignRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseGlobal Regulatory Frameworks KnowledgeBusiness Development SupportThought Leadership Development

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Hard Skills

Quality GovernanceRisk ManagementData IntegrityRegulatory StrategyGxP InitiativesInspection ReadinessSupplier Quality AuditsNew Product IntroductionRegulatory ResponsesComplex Project Delivery

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMentoringCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

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Industry Keywords

Life SciencesFDAEMAMHRAICHWHOCompliance TransformationClient EngagementProposal DevelopmentTalent Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a senior advisor and delivery leader on strategic quality and regulatory engagements
Lead Quality Management System design and remediation, inspection readiness, regulatory responses, data integrity, risk management, compliance transformation, quality governance, investigations, submission support, supplier quality audits, new product introduction, and regulatory strategy engagements
Develop and deliver training and workshops
Prioritize complex strategic projects and ensure delivery excellence, regulatory rigor, and strong client outcomes
Maintain high billable utilization and travel for client projects, executive workshops, audits, and regulatory-facing activities
Act as project sponsor or senior engagement lead, guiding scope, approach, and client communication
Support sales, business development, proposal development, scope definition, pricing input, and client presentations
Identify opportunities to expand existing engagements
Develop thought leadership including white papers, frameworks, case studies, and internal methodologies
Represent Project Farma at industry forums, conferences, webinars, and professional societies
Monitor US, EMA, and ROW regulatory changes and expectations
Mentor and coach consultants and project Directors
Provide technical and professional guidance and support talent development
Collaborate with Regional VPs, Client Engagement, and Client Solutions teams
Support practice planning, capability development, and service-line evolution
Contribute to firmwide initiatives requiring quality and regulatory expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in scientific, regulatory, engineering, or related discipline preferred
16 years of experience for Director, or 20 years for Sr. Director, in life sciences quality, compliance, or regulatory roles, including consulting and/or owner-side leadership
Demonstrated success delivering and advising on complex GxP, regulatory, and quality system initiatives
Strong working knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, MHRA, ICH, WHO)
Proven ability to support sales and business development in a consulting environment
Executive presence with strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness and ability to travel regularly in support of project delivery and client needs
Previous experience developing and presenting thought leadership, including conference presentations, white papers, published papers, etc.
Advanced degree preferred
One or more industry-specific certifications
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
No current or future work visa sponsorship
Cannot be employed with an invalid driver's license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time salaried position
Professional development
Mentorship and knowledge sharing
Diverse and equal-opportunity work environment