Vertex PharmaceuticalsVP

Learning & Training - Quality Specialist/Sr. Specialist (Contract) 26038

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a leading biotechnology company focused on innovative treatments for serious diseases, including cystic fibrosis and sickle cell disease.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 90k-110k USD

United States only

Job Description

The Quality Specialist/Sr. Specialist works cross-functionally to support the training needs of business partners. This training support includes the administration of the electronic learning management system, maintenance of the training catalog and development of training materials. The Quality Specialist works with a high degree of independence and is adept at troubleshooting problems to create and execute improved internal procedures, and to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

** Candidate must have experience training in a GxP/pharma environment ** Cornerstone experience is preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to the following:

TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

  • Acts as SME (Subject Matter Experts) for GxP (Good x Practices) Training process and provide ongoing support, tool, and consulting to enable execution of the process
  • Supports GxP regulated employees’ adherence to GxP training program requirements
  • Provides guidance on general training issues of varying complexity
  • Participates in project teams that require training guidance
  • Assists in development of process changes and training materials
  • Liaises with functional Training Coordinators to align quality training initiatives
  • Maintains job aids and tools
  • Manages training materials within electronic document management system
  • Aids in the generation of KPI (Key Performance Indicators) to determine the effectiveness of the training program
  • Aids in review and analysis of training program metrics

LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) ADMINISTRATION

  • Functions as a system business administrator for the LMS
  • Supports LMS validation
  • Creates and processes training forms
  • Scans and uploads training documentation
  • Provides customer support (troubleshooting, answering questions, addressing incident tickets)
  • Maintains learning objects, user groups, curricula, and learning assignments within LMS

SERVICE NOW TRAINING ADMINTRATION

  • Executes training ServiceNow requests for the following - Process Change Requests (PCR)
  • Collaborates with business partners to conduct Learning Needs Assessment and curricula assignment with business needs - GxP Training Requests
  • Resolves training assignment ticket requests submitted by learning community - Role-based Catalog Maintenance
  • Review and update training catalogs for role-based training

AUDIT & INSPECTION SUPPORT

  • Provides reports to evidence GxP personnel training qualifications, as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience, or relevant comparable background
  • Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
  • Proficient in Zoom and the Microsoft Office suite of products

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Cornerstone OnDemand LMS• Essential skills and knowledge

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Learning analytics and data analysis techniques
  • Professional verbal and written communication
  • Experience and ability to work easily and effectively with a wide range of people, demonstrating high emotional intelligence
  • Highly developed interpersonal and people management skills
  • Manage multiple projects concurrently with aggressive deadlines
  • Adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Strong work ethic and willing to work flexible hours

Pay Range

$45/hr ($55/hr for Sr.)

Requisition Disclaimer

This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals (“Vertex”). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements

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Salary: 90k-110k USD

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About Vertex Pharmaceuticals

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. Since its founding in 1989, Vertex has made significant advancements in the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF), offering multiple approved therapies that have greatly improved the lives of those affected by this challenging genetic condition. In addition to CF, Vertex is actively pursuing innovative treatments for serious conditions such as sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, and other life-threatening diseases where there is a high unmet medical need.

At Vertex, the commitment to patients is uncompromising. The company prides itself on fostering a work environment where the best and brightest minds come together to advance life-changing treatments through scientific research and collaboration. With headquarters located in Boston, Massachusetts, Vertex has also established a presence in San Diego, California, and London, UK, enhancing its global capacity for research and development.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Company size

5000+ employees

Founded in

1989

Chief executive officer

Reshma Kewalramani, M.D., FASN

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