Job description
Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. To support this challenge, Syngenta is currently seeking a Quality Assurance Unit Specialist in Durham, NC.
The Quality Assurance Unit (QAU) will ensure compliance with the EPA, FIFRA and Good Laboratory Practice Standards (GLPS). The role will primarily be responsible for monitoring studies and facilities to ensure the facilities, equipment, personnel, methods, practices, and records are compliant with federal regulatory requirements as mandated by the EPA. The incumbent will conduct audits and inspections of protocols, audit/inspect study activities, data, and final reports. Additionally, the incumbent will evaluate compliance as a supporting member of teams focused on computer systems validations, process improvement, and other quality management systems within the Syngenta Seeds organization.
Accountabilities:
- Audit study protocols, data and final reports to ensure compliance with EPA, FIFRA, and GLPS regulations and Syngenta Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Travel within the US to inspect test facilities.
- Write and submit audit/inspection reports.
- Maintain communication and develop sound relationships with monitored groups.
- Assist with computerized and IT system validations and provide guidance to meet compliance requirements.
- Stay current with trends and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct training for Good Laboratory Practices Standards (GLPS) and quality assurance to applicable site staff.
- Review QAU and laboratory SOPs and suggest revisions where appliable for improved compliance outcomes.
- Conduct APHIS trial assessments, eco-monitoring audits, and QM Stewardship audits as necessary.
Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.
Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.
Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.
Required:
- A minimum of a 4-year degree.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with GLPs.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship support from Syngenta.
- Up to 20% travel is required for this role.
Preferred:
- Experience in the biology, biotechnology, chemistry, analytical laboratory and/or QA auditor for a regulated industry.
- Experience and knowledge of the EPA, FIFRA, and GLPS.
- Experience with computerized systems validations, IT systems and networks, as related to GLP compliance.
- Knowledge of GLP Trials, GLP Standards, GLP Advisories, QAU and Departmental SOPs, internal QAU memoranda, and master schedule system.
- Familiarity with lab equipment and methods, study protocols and EPA submittal guidelines.
What We Offer:
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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