Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, RLT Manufacturing Operations

We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Specialist for RLT Manufacturing Operations to join Mariana’s Quality Assurance organization, advancing personalized medicine and radiopharmaceuticals. The Senior QA Specialist for Radioligand GMP Manufacturing Operations plays a critical role in ensuring that radiopharmaceutical products are manufactured, tested, and released in full compliance with cGMP, radiation safety regulations, and applicable global quality standards.

This position provides QA oversight to daily operations, supports batch review and release, manages deviations and CAPAs, and partners closely with manufacturing, QC, manufacturing sciences & technology, and radiological safety teams to maintain a robust, inspection‑ready quality culture.

• GMP Operations Oversight
  • Provide on‑the‑floor QA support for radioligand manufacturing, including aseptic processing, sterile filtration, radiolabeling, and final product packaging.
  • Perform line clearances, room/equipment release, and real‑time production record review.
  • Ensure adherence to GMP, ALCOA+ data integrity principles, and radiation safety requirements.
• Batch Record Review & Product Release
  • Review executed batch records, analytical data, and supporting documentation for radiopharmaceutical intermediates and finished products.
  • Support disposition of raw materials, components, and finished radioligand batches.
• Quality Systems Management
  • Lead or participate in investigations related to deviations, OOS/OOT results, complaints, and environmental/aseptic events.
  • Author and review CAPAs, change controls, and risk assessments.
  • Maintain GMP documentation, SOPs, and controlled forms.
• Inspection and Audit Readiness
  • Prepare for and support internal audits, regulatory inspections (e.g., FDA, EMA), and corporate quality assessments.
  • Ensure manufacturing areas remain in a state of compliance and inspection readiness.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify and drive improvements in processes, documentation, and compliance across radioligand operations.
  • Support implementation of new equipment, facility upgrades, and process changes.
  • Promote a strong quality and safety culture with emphasis on radiological safety and GMP rigor.
• Training and Leadership
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in radiopharmaceutical GMP requirements, aseptic operations, and radiation‑handling quality considerations.
  • Train manufacturing and QC personnel on quality systems, deviations, and compliance standards.

• Hybrid role: 4 days a week attendance required at the Watertown manufacturing facility for onsite QA activities related to cGMP manufacturing and quality control testing.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline with at least five years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Experience with radiopharmaceuticals and/or oncology is a plus.
• Experience implementing a global QMS adhering to EU GMP Vol 4 Part I, IV, applicable EU GMP Annexes (including Annex 1 and Annex
  3), 21 CFR 210‑212, 21 CFR Part 11, ICH, and USP requirements.
• Experience supporting aseptic operations, isotopes/radioligands, or PET/SPECT radiopharmaceutical environments preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality control, supply chain, technical development, and facilities personnel.
• Commitment to maintaining data integrity through strict adherence to standardized procedures and relevant compliance requirements.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $66,800 and $124,000 per year. Your compensation will also include a performance‑based cash incentive. The final salary offered is determined based on factors such as relevant skills and experience and will be reviewed periodically upon joining Mariana Oncology. Mariana may adjust the published salary range as needed.

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