Leads and manages day-to-day operations for quality initiatives for the Cyclotron Facility and Nuclear Pharmacy. Coordinates planned, systematic approaches to identify, design measure, prioritize, and monitor quality initiatives and achievement of outcomes for Cyclotron Facility and Nuclear Pharmacy. Establishes and implements performance improvement methodologies designed to increase operational and pharmaceutical production services and decrease opportunities for error. Develop a quality improvement culture with staff and leaders to support organizational change and development. Oversee education, including onboarding, annual competencies and presentations for staff. The Cyclotron Facility and Nuclear Pharmacy provides PET isotopes, radiochemical, radiotracers and radiopharmaceuticals to the research and medical communities for use in research and clinical practice. The Cyclotron Facility and Nuclear Pharmacy continues to be one of the leading academic facilities for PET radiopharmaceutical production, routinely producing more than 40 different kinds of radiopharmaceuticals.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Quality Assurance Development
Provides a systematic approach to quality initiatives.
Designs and executes quality plans to improve quality system in the group.
Provides leadership and hands-on participation in projects to develop quality improvement skills.
Educates organizational members and project participants on quality improvement methodologies and tools.
Leads facility-wide initiatives that align with performance improvement plans.
Quality Assurance Oversight
Supports facility directors to promote the operations with the quality systems integrated.
Communicates quality plans to assure integration with operations and evaluate effectiveness of plans.
Reviews of data and technical documents.
Regulatory Filings/Reports/Training/Oversight
Evaluates new national standards, regulations, and legislations and promotes groupâ™s understanding of impact and improvement.
Provides coaching/mentoring for projects in quality improvement.
Manages process for review of quality issues arising from adverse events or near misses in the department.
Oversees development of educational opportunities including new employee onboarding and annual competencies.
Oversees ongoing data collection and analysis processes and reporting.
Oversees personnel training program.
Document Management
Uses information systems to provide reports.
User Outreach and Administration
Represents the facility to appropriate internal and external groups
Provides effective day-to-day management and administration for designated program.
Serves as a liaison with university researchers and industry partners for collaboration work.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work experience in the pharmaceutical field.
Understanding of federal and local regulations applicable for radiopharmaceutical production and pharmacy operation.
Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated Microsoft office suite abilities.
Familiarity with project management.
Attention to details.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in sciences with at least ten years of QA experience, or Masterâ™s or higher degree with at least five years of QA experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing field.
Grade
C14
Salary Range
$74,900.00 - $116,000.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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