Marketing Company Operations Quality (MCOQ) Specialist - (f/m/d)
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager / Deputy Responsible Person (RP)
Location: Vienna, Austria
Type: Permanent
Please submit your application in English
Introduction to role:
Join our QA team at AstraZeneca, where you will ensure quality oversight, maintain our license to operate, and foster an environment of continuous improvement in collaboration with our local and global functions. This is your chance to shape the future of AstraZeneca in Austriaand apply entrepreneurial thinking that drives the company forward.
Accountabilities:
Your main responsibilities include:
Develop, support and drive excellence in GDP and Quality activities in order to meet the AZ objectives and to maintain the local Licence to Operate (LTO) at MC Austria.
manage the implementation of, and adherence to, national regulations of the authorities and AstraZeneca Standard for Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Distribution Practices, in the Marketing Company
Handle quality complaints and returns.
Perform recalls in alignment with national health authority and global AstraZeneca functions.
Qualify suppliers and customers.
Responsible forGDP inspections together with the Responsible Person
Responsible for internal AstraZeneca audits together with the Responsible Person
Act as a GDP expert and perform self-inspections, handle deviations and CAPAs. Change management and risk management are also part of your tasks.
Create and revise GDP SOPs.
Management and approval of Quality Agreements with the manufacturersand with service providers.
Conduct quarterly management reviews together with the Responsible Person
Responsible for GMP / GDP trainings together with the Responsible Person
Crucial Skills/Experience:
Team player and sociable personality
University degree (Master), preferably in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or similar.
3+ years’ experience in QA in the Pharmaceutical Industry, hospital Pharmacyor similar (e.g. Medical Devices).
High quality awareness, in-depth knowledge of respective regulations
Excel with self-initiative, collaborative skills, organizational talent and well-structured way of working.
Experience in cross-functional teams
GMP/GDP knowledge
Proficient in German and English
We offer:
A great team in a lively and diverse environment
A starting salary from €65,954 gross per year. Depending on qualifications and experience, overpayment is possible.
Participation in company success through bonus payments, as well as a company car and company mobile phone
Extensive social benefits, such as a company pension and supplementary insurance
Diverse development opportunities
An international pharmaceutical company with the ambition to be climate neutral by 2025
Why choose AstraZeneca?
A career with us is much more than just a job. It’s a chance to take responsibility for shaping a vibrant present and future for our society. At AstraZeneca, we believe in our employees’ potential and help develop them beyond what they thought possible. We leverage your capabilities and passion by actively supporting you to discover what you can achieve, no matter where you start with us.
Are you ready to bring in new ideas? Brilliant – there’s a place open for you, and we hope it’s yours. We look forward to your application!
Date Posted
23-Jun-2025Closing Date
06-Jul-2025AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
]]>AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
