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Operational Area Quality Senior Specialist

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Job Location:

Boston, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 94600 - 141800

Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 15 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

General Summary:

The Operational Area Senior Quality Specialist will provide QA support of manufacturing operations analytical laboratory operations and materials management for the external manufacturing programs at VCGT. This role will review batch data including batch records deviations in-process data EM data QC release testing and other quality systems documentation as needed in support of product disposition.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews master batch records and provides customer approval for quality tasks for externally manufactured products

Performs final review of executed batch and/or critical systems documentation and determines acceptability by using standard operating procedures

Ensures presence and acceptability of all required documentation prior to the release of the product and/or system.

Reviews and approves investigations CAPAs and change controls for external programs

Support the day to day management of the batch release process.

Support annual product quality reviews

Assist the facility in preparation for quality audits and participate in corporate audits and external inspections as needed.

Communicates proactively with internal and external partners and management.

Maintains files such that documents are readily available and easily retrievable.

Assists department with monthly/quarterly Quality System data review metrics and reporting

Escalate critical and major finding to Quality management and monitor key performance indicators in collaboration with Quality Systems and other GXP Operational areas.

Knowledge and Skills:

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in a scientific or allied health field or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience providing QA support and oversight of GMP manufacturing operation

Experience successfully leading event investigations Root Cause Analysis and CAPA

Experience with network-based applications such as Oracle TrackWise Veeva

Knowledge of current industry trends and ability to use the latest technologies

Pay Range:

$94600 - $141800

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career financial family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter) educational assistance programs including student loan repayment a generous commuting subsidy matching charitable donations 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry ethnicity disability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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