QC Information Systems (QCIS) Specialist1 at AstraZeneca

Frederick, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Apr, 26

Salary

111043.0

Posted On

18 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GMP Computerized Systems, Business Analysis, Data Integrity, Software Validation, Technical Problem Solving, Information Management, Laboratory Execution Systems, LIMS, Quality Control, Enterprise Software Applications, Static Data Maintenance, Protocol Execution, Investigation Reporting, Lifecycle Management, Collaboration, Continuous Learning

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe. We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff. Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations As a QC Information Systems (QCIS) Specialist1, you will act as an administrator of a variety of GMP computerized systems and serve as a business analyst between lab groups and IT, including Enterprise projects such as Empower, Biovia Laboratory Execution Systems (LES), Labware LIMS, and other digital initiatives. Candidates should have a technical understanding of Information and Enterprise systems. You will be responsible for day-to-day job functions, administration, validation, and data integrity tasks, and can independently represent the team for site and global initiatives. Accountabilities - Perform day-to-day activities and application administration of lab and manufacturing quality control computerized systems, including maintaining static data. - Support QC lab functions, providing solutions to a variety of technical problems. - Participate in software/computer system validation, IT for software/computer applications and fulfill all networking and security requirements for enterprise software applications. - Execute protocols, reports, investigations, and other records using Veeva on behalf of QC. - Support QC information system lifecycle management activities from concept, development, validation, implementation, maintenance, to retirement. Essential Skills/Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in science related field. - 0-3+ years in systems or lab setting. Desirable Skills/Experience - Degree in Information Systems/Technology or Biotechnology related field. - Experience in information management and/or a scientific lab setting. At AstraZeneca, we take pride in our critical role as the eyes and ears of our patients. We monitor and sign off each batch with the utmost responsibility, ensuring that every contribution we make improves the quality of patients' healthcare and their overall quality of life. Our forward-looking mindset allows us to innovate continuously, trialling the latest models and technologies to enhance reliability and excellence in our processes. Here, you'll feel empowered to make decisions that put patients first while working in an inclusive and friendly community where each voice matters. Join us in making a real-life difference to patients by applying today! The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $74,029.00 to $111,043.00 Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors Date Posted 17-Jan-2026 Closing Date Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Responsibilities

As a QC Information Systems Specialist, you will administer GMP computerized systems and act as a liaison between lab groups and IT. You will also support QC lab functions and participate in software validation and lifecycle management activities.