Senior QA Specialist

MRIGlobal, 1222 Ozark Street, North Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Are you passionate about making the world better? Are you looking for an organization that aligns with your values?

MRIGlobal solves challenging problems through science, engineering, and program management. We are an independent scientific research organization dedicated to benefiting society and fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.

When you embark on a career with MRIGlobal, you are joining a crew of world-class talent and problem solvers. Established in 1944, MRIGlobal is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, working in several states including Virginia and Maryland.

The Senior Quality Assurance Specialist provides quality input and oversight for GMP, GLP, and ISO 9001:2015 programs and projects under the direction of senior QA staff or management. The position audits programs, facilities, and documentation to verify compliance with applicable regulatory and MRIGlobal requirements; maintains required quality documentation; supports Principal Specialists, QA management, and other areas of the QA program; assists with client audits;

and provides technical expertise to resolve compliance issues. The specialist may also support other MRIGlobal facilities, conduct follow-up or subcontractor audits, and assess readiness to meet client requirements. Responsibilities are performed independently and require knowledge of applicable regulations and internal processes and procedures.

• Manages and follows up on deviations, CAPAs, and other quality events.
• Performs quality audits of laboratory facilities, operations, documentation, and processes; documents findings; and reports results to management.
• Reviews and audits study reports to verify that they are complete, accurate, supported by the raw data in the study file, and compliant with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Evaluates responses to inspection and client audit reports and performs follow-up with respondents, management, or others, as needed, through resolution.
• Inspects/audits equipment SOPs, maintenance, and calibration records.
• Establishes and maintains QA files and records in compliance with applicable regulatory and MRIGlobal requirements
• Writes, reviews, and revises quality related policies, protocols, and procedures.
• May conduct training sessions for staff on quality and/or regulatory topics
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Promotes a mindset of quality and continual process improvement.
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