Associate Director, Technology Quality Management

Office Based, Durham, NC

Parexel is seeking an Associate Director, Technology Quality Management who will help to support audits and inspections, as well as manage TQM staff.Directs efforts to define, adopt and oversee compliance to processes and standards as the fundamental baseline for technology solution development, validation and deliveryManages efforts, in collaboration with the business to monitor, identify and implement continuous process improvement across all technology business unitsDirect validation efforts and provides expertise to ensure technology solution projects adhere to established standards and quality expectationsLine Management of TQM individual contributorsManages monitoring and maintenance of oversight for the selection and implementation of technology solutions for quality management in support of delivery of products and services to customersQualificationsSkills

Expert in computer technology quality and compliance (including computerized system validation)

and the pharmaceutical industry across multiple disciplines within Clinical Drug Development

(Phase I/II/III/IV) and/or Manufacturing.Exhibits competency across core project management activitiesExcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, business understanding, negotiation skills and strong organizational skillsHigh ability to work in a customer-focused, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment with the high ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and supervisionHighly motivated, seeks opportunities for development, client-focused, having the ability to work with guidance on own initiative.Exhibits a sense of urgency when addressing problems and ensures completion of commitment.Culturally aware and ability to think and work globally.Expert in people management and leading teams to meet departmental goalsExpert in functionally managing teams to meet project goalsClinical trials and /or research work experience required, with emphasis on GCP and technology complianceExpert in technology as it relates to clinical trial activities, including System Life Cycle process and applicable GCP regulations pertaining to Computer SystemsEducationEducated to degree level (information technology, computer sciences) or equivalent qualifications.Postgraduate degree in a science, technology or industry-related discipline preferred.EEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.