Senior Quality Partner - QMS Medical Devices

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The Position

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced ISO 13485 Quality Management Expert to lead and support the implementation, and maintenance of our Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 13485:2016, MDSAP and relevant regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring that our medical device products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the QMS in accordance with ISO 13485 and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 820, MDR)
• Prepare for and manage internal and external audits (including notified body, regulatory agency)
• Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and process validations
• Ensure proper documentation, training, and compliance across all quality-related functions
• Support the creation and revision of SOPs, work instructions, forms, and other quality documents
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, regulatory affairs, Global Q&R etc.) to ensure product and process quality throughout the lifecycle
• Monitor quality KPIs and prepare reports for management review
• Identify and lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), non-conformances (NCs), and root cause analyses (RCAs)
• Provide ISO 13485 and QMS training to employees at all levels
• Monitor training compliance for the site
• 5+ Years experience; recognised internally as an expert in own job discipline
• Bachelor’s / Master degree in Life Science, Data Science, Engineering or related subject or equivalent experience. Experience working in a Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) environment is preferred
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 82304, FDA, QSR, EU-MDR and legislation for Software as a Medical Device or IVD.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 family of standards, HITRUST, HIPAA and GDPR will be an advantage
• Experience in preparing for and participating in audits and inspections
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Certification in ISO 13485 auditing (e.g., Lead Auditor) is preferred
• Familiarity with electronic QMS systems and tools is a plus
• Has worked in more than one function within quality management and may have worked outside of Quality Management. Can manage highly complex and/or global projects, or equivalent experience
  
  

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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