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Job Title: Senior Stability Specialist, Quality Control Location: Santa Monica
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 5 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
Introduction to Role:AstraZeneca is seeking an energetic and experienced individual with cell therapy quality control background to join our Quality Control (QC) team. The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of our product pipeline by supporting all stability testing across multiple products and sites. The Senior Stability Specialist, is a subject matter expert responsible for coordinating stability testing, facilitating stability execution, authoring stability report, managing EDAs, and leading all investigations related to stability. This individual will work closely with the QC operation teams supporting the organizational vision. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and reports to Manger of Quality Control.
This position includes occasional weekend technical support and operates on one of the following shift, which is subject to change:
- Monday to Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM
Accountabilities:
- Author, review and execute Protocols and relating to Drug Product and Drug substance stability.
- Quality Stability Subject Matter Expert (SME) during health authority inspections, client audits, and internal reviews. Author stability protocols, summary reports, and regulatory submission documents.
- Assess stability data, perform statistical analyses (e.g., using Prism or JMP), and evaluate trends to determine product shelf-life and retest periods.
- Lead investigations for Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), atypical results, and stability-related deviations or CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
- Coordinate sample testing with CRO, ship test materials and monitor test results.
- Laboratory Equipment maintenance: Schedule all PMs and repairs for QC labs
- Support in sample submissions, receiving, verify, store, shipment of samples, and logbook review.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- PhD degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 0-2 years of relevant CGMP experience; OR Master’s degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 2-3 years of relevant CGMP experience; OR Bachelor’s preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant CGMP experience;
- OR Associate’s degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant CGMP experience
- Minimum 3 years commercial stability management
- Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory guidance and industry best practices
- Expert knowledge and understanding of stability design, execution and management of long-term, accelerated and in-use stability studies.
- Demonstrated knowledge leading major investigations related to stability, such as LIR, EC, OOT and OOS
- Must demonstrate effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate, work, and communicate effectively across organizational interfaces in a fast-paced dynamic team setting and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
Where can I find out more?
- Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/
- Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/astrazenecacareers/
- Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca_careers/?hl=en
- Our US Footprint: Powering Scientific Innovation - YouTube
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $100,786 to $151,179. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
Date Posted
11-Nov-2026Closing Date
19-Nov-2026Our 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.
Job Title: Senior Stability Specialist, Quality Control Location: Santa Monica
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 5 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
Introduction to Role:AstraZeneca is seeking an energetic and experienced individual with cell therapy quality control background to join our Quality Control (QC) team. The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of our product pipeline by supporting all stability testing across multiple products and sites. The Senior Stability Specialist, is a subject matter expert responsible for coordinating stability testing, facilitating stability execution, authoring stability report, managing EDAs, and leading all investigations related to stability. This individual will work closely with the QC operation teams supporting the organizational vision. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and reports to Manger of Quality Control.
This position includes occasional weekend technical support and operates on one of the following shift, which is subject to change:
- Monday to Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30 PM
Accountabilities:
- Author, review and execute Protocols and relating to Drug Product and Drug substance stability.
- Quality Stability Subject Matter Expert (SME) during health authority inspections, client audits, and internal reviews. Author stability protocols, summary reports, and regulatory submission documents.
- Assess stability data, perform statistical analyses (e.g., using Prism or JMP), and evaluate trends to determine product shelf-life and retest periods.
- Lead investigations for Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), atypical results, and stability-related deviations or CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
- Coordinate sample testing with CRO, ship test materials and monitor test results.
- Laboratory Equipment maintenance: Schedule all PMs and repairs for QC labs
- Support in sample submissions, receiving, verify, store, shipment of samples, and logbook review.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- PhD degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 0-2 years of relevant CGMP experience; OR Master’s degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 2-3 years of relevant CGMP experience; OR Bachelor’s preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant CGMP experience;
- OR Associate’s degree preferably in a related science field or equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant CGMP experience
- Minimum 3 years commercial stability management
- Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory guidance and industry best practices
- Expert knowledge and understanding of stability design, execution and management of long-term, accelerated and in-use stability studies.
- Demonstrated knowledge leading major investigations related to stability, such as LIR, EC, OOT and OOS
- Must demonstrate effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate, work, and communicate effectively across organizational interfaces in a fast-paced dynamic team setting and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
Where can I find out more?
- Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/
- Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/astrazenecacareers/
- Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca_careers/?hl=en
- Our US Footprint: Powering Scientific Innovation - YouTube
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $100,786 to $151,179. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
Date Posted
11-Nov-2026Closing Date
19-Nov-2026Our 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.
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Who's Hiring
- Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services96E
- Regeneron33
- Lockheed Martin30
- Medline Industries27
- Amrize15
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate18
- Science & Research15
- Manufacturing12
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals9
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- Proficiency with dimensional measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and CMMs
- Experience with quality management systems including ISO 9001 or industry-specific standards
- Hands-on knowledge of root cause analysis methods such as 8D, FMEA, or fishbone diagrams
- Familiarity with statistical process control and data analysis tools
- Experience writing and reviewing inspection plans, control plans, or validation protocols
Tips for Your Quality Control Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to inspection standards
List the specific quality standards you've worked under, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949, and name the measurement tools and software you've used. Generic QC language won't pass an applicant tracking system review in regulated industries.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality control engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry certification match
Filter openings by the certification requirements listed, not just job title. A quality control engineer role in medical devices almost always requires FDA 21 CFR Part 820 experience, which is a hard filter most hiring managers apply before interviews begin.
Prepare a defect case study for interviews
Bring one documented example of a defect you identified, the root cause analysis method you used (such as 8D or fishbone), and the corrective action outcome. Interviewers in this field ask for concrete process stories, not theoretical knowledge.
Negotiate relocation for high-demand plant sites
Many quality control engineer openings are tied to specific production facilities, not headquarters. If a role is a strong technical fit but in an unfamiliar location, ask directly whether relocation assistance is part of the offer before declining.
Follow up referencing your audit or validation experience
When you follow up after an interview, cite one specific technical area from the conversation, such as your familiarity with control plans or gage R&R studies. Generic follow-ups are ignored in engineering hiring pipelines where technical fit drives the decision.
Quality Control Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality control engineers?
The companies hiring the most quality control engineers right now include Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, Regeneron, and Lockheed Martin, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace, and medical device sectors.
How many quality control engineer jobs are remote?
About 9% of quality control engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most inspection and process validation work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include quality systems management, documentation review, supplier auditing, and regulatory compliance roles that don't require physical presence on a production floor.
How do you become a quality control engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a closely related engineering discipline. Gain hands-on experience through internships or entry-level inspection roles where you learn measurement tools and quality systems firsthand. Pursue a certification such as ASQ's Certified Quality Engineer credential to signal technical credibility. Build familiarity with the standards used in your target industry, whether that's aerospace, medical devices, or automotive, before applying to mid-level roles.
Can you get hired as a quality control engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level quality control engineer roles exist, particularly in manufacturing and defense contracting, where companies train candidates who demonstrate strong attention to detail and familiarity with engineering drawings. Emphasize any coursework in metrology, tolerancing, or materials, and any lab or inspection experience, even from academic projects. Earning a Certified Quality Inspector credential from ASQ before your job search also signals readiness to employers who screen for it.
What does the quality control engineer interview process look like?
Most quality control engineer interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your background and familiarity with relevant standards. A technical interview follows, where you're asked to walk through a past inspection problem, explain how you performed root cause analysis, or interpret an engineering drawing. Some employers include a practical assessment involving measurement tools or a process review exercise. Final rounds typically involve the hiring manager and a senior quality or operations leader.
Where can I find and apply to quality control engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to quality control engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background, certifications, and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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