Associate Director Clinical Quality Assurance Jobs in Minnesota

Associate Director Clinical Quality Assurance jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in one of the country's most active life sciences and medical device markets, with consistent demand across pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical device quality systems, and clinical research operations at every senior leadership level. The Twin Cities metro anchors most hiring, followed by Rochester and Duluth, where companies like Medtronic, 3M, and UnitedHealth Group maintain significant quality and regulatory operations. The most in-demand specialties are GCP compliance, clinical trial quality oversight, and FDA regulatory readiness. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerLe Sueur
Top cityLe Sueur, MN
Cities hiring41
Work type76% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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CentraCare
Professional Billing Education & Quality Assurance Assistant
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Professional Billing Education & Quality Assurance Assistant
CentraCare
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$22.85 - $34.25/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Trystar
Quality Assurance Technician
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Trystar
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Quality Assurance Technician
Trystar
Faribault, Minnesota
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$22 - $29/hr

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CentraCare
Hospital Billing Education & Quality Assurance Assistant
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Hospital Billing Education & Quality Assurance Assistant
CentraCare
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$22.85 - $34.25/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Continental Engineering and Manufacturing
Quality Assurance Supervisor
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Quality Assurance Supervisor
Continental Engineering and Manufacturing
Chaska, Minnesota
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
ISO certification audits

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Curtiss-Wright
Quality Assurance Engineer, Sr
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Quality Assurance Engineer, Sr
Curtiss-Wright
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$85k - $110k/yr
Associate's degree
5,001-10,000

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Associate Director Clinical Quality Assurance Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Le Sueur
6 jobs
Chaska
5 jobs
Duluth
5 jobs
Saint Paul
5 jobs
Minneapolis
5 jobs
Maple Grove
4 jobs
Saint Cloud
4 jobs
Plymouth
3 jobs
Eagan
2 jobs

Associate Director Clinical Quality Assurance Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Le Sueur
Le Sueur6 open roles
Cirrus Aircraft
Cirrus Aircraft4 open roles
Nextern
Nextern3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in associate director clinical quality assurance jobs across Minnesota.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related scientific field
  • Minimum seven to ten years of quality assurance experience in clinical or regulated environments
  • Deep knowledge of GCP, FDA regulations, and ICH guidelines for clinical trial oversight
  • Prior leadership or management experience supervising quality assurance teams or departments
  • Experience conducting audits, CAPA management, and regulatory inspection readiness programs
  • Familiarity with medical device or pharmaceutical quality systems common to Minnesota employers

Associate Director Clinical Quality Assurance Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a associate director clinical quality assurance in Minnesota?

Most Minnesota employers require a bachelor's degree in a life sciences field as the foundation, with many preferring a master's or advanced degree for director-level roles. There is no state-issued license specific to this role, but widely recognized credentials such as the ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer carry real weight with Minnesota hiring managers. Candidates typically move into this role after building several years of quality assurance or regulatory affairs experience within Minnesota's medical device or pharmaceutical sectors.

Which companies hire associate director clinical quality assurances in Minnesota?

Companies currently hiring associate director clinical quality assurances in Minnesota include Le Sueur, Cirrus Aircraft, and Nextern, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Minnesota's concentration of Fortune 500 medical device and health sciences companies means this role appears regularly across both large corporations and mid-size specialty manufacturers based in the Twin Cities region.

Which Minnesota cities have the most associate director clinical quality assurance jobs?

The cities with the most associate director clinical quality assurance openings in Minnesota are Le Sueur, Chaska, and Duluth. The Twin Cities metro drives the majority of demand because it is home to the headquarters and major operations of Minnesota's largest medical device, pharmaceutical, and health technology employers, while Rochester's openings are closely tied to the Mayo Clinic health system and its affiliated research enterprises.

Are there remote associate director clinical quality assurance jobs in Minnesota?

Yes, and more than many quality roles, because much of the director-level work involves documentation review, audit management, and cross-functional oversight that can be performed remotely. About 24% of associate director clinical quality assurance openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, though roles requiring direct oversight of manufacturing floors or on-site inspection readiness typically remain on-site. Quality strategy, CAPA coordination, and SOP development are the functions most commonly offered in remote or hybrid arrangements.

How can I get hired as a associate director clinical quality assurance in Minnesota with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is to enter through a quality specialist, quality engineer, or regulatory affairs coordinator role at a Minnesota medical device or pharmaceutical company and build toward the director level over several years. Large Minnesota employers like Medtronic and 3M offer structured development programs and rotational opportunities that move quality professionals into leadership tracks. Earning an ASQ credential early and gaining direct exposure to FDA audit preparation or CAPA management gives candidates a measurable edge when applying for associate director openings.

Where can I find and apply to associate director clinical quality assurance jobs in Minnesota?

You can find and apply to associate director clinical quality assurance jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target employers, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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