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Quality Management Specialist roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for candidates with a relevant bachelor's degree. Manufacturers, healthcare systems, and defense contractors file LCAs regularly for QMS professionals overseeing ISO, FDA, and regulatory compliance programs. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition from leading workplace and culture organizations, including Science's Top Employers, Great Place To Work® in the U.S., and Fortune's Best Workplaces in BioPharma.
For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Quality Management System Specialist on the Quality Control to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Compliance Manager, Analytical Services, you’ll be the primary steward of quality documentation within the Veeva Quality Management System, supporting biopharmaceutical manufacturing and quality operations. You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of quality document entry in Veeva, ensuring proper assignment of reviewers, coordinating timely approvals, and maintaining compliance with applicable procedures and regulatory requirements.
What You'll Do:
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to be responsible for managing expectations and due dates, resolving system and process obstacles, and collaborating cross-functionally across Manufacturing, Analytical, Process Development, and Quality functions. You’ll also:
Document Management & Veeva QMS Operations:
- Manage and facilitate accurate, timely, and compliant completion of quality documents within Insmed Veeva QMS, applying applicable document restrictions and access controls as required.
- Execute and oversee the change control lifecycle in Veeva, ensuring adherence to applicable Insmed change control procedures and cross-functional alignment.
- Maintain and improve deviation lifecycle management processes for biopharmaceutical manufacturing and testing operations, including coordination of investigation child records, root cause documentation, and CAPA linkages.
- Ensure all documents meet established standards for accuracy, consistency, compliance, and formatting, and that Veeva workflows, tasks, and approvals are completed efficiently and on schedule.
- Document and track changes in the Veeva Vault Quality system, maintaining proper version control, archival, and traceability for GxP records.
Metrics, Reporting & Trend Analysis:
- Generate reports and develop key quality metrics on documentation status and compliance using Veeva, ensuring alignment with applicable regulatory expectations and internal quality standards.
- Develop and present quality performance insights and recommendations to Quality leadership based on trend analysis of CAPAs, deviations, and change controls.
- Support periodic quality reviews by compiling documentation metrics, closure rates, aging records, and compliance KPIs for presentation to QA management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Supply chain Process Development, and Analytical teams to support timely documentation updates and approvals.
- Collaborate with Change Control Committee stakeholders to facilitate change plan updates and site-specific Change Control Committee meetings using applicable templates.
- Coordinate with the Quality team to support OOS/OOT investigations per internal Insmed procedure and ensure proper linkage and documentation in Veeva.
- Serve as a key audit contact point by assisting with documentation preparation, record retrieval, and report generation for regulatory inspections and internal audits.
Process Improvement & Compliance:
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of document management processes including evaluation of Veeva system workflows, SOP revisions, and stakeholder alignment for the Quality function.
- Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Parts 210, 211, and applicable regulatory guidance, as well as Insmed’s Principal SOP for Veeva Quality Docs.
- Support the maintenance of document control procedures and archival processes, including restricted and non-restricted documentation in Veeva.
Who You Are:
Basic Qualifications
You meet one of the following minimum education and experience requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field; OR
- High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of experience in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
You are or you also have:
- Hands-on experience with Veeva Vault Quality Docs or equivalent electronic document management systems (EDMS).
- Working knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements applicable to biopharmaceutical products, including relevant regulatory expectations and applicable ICH guidelines.
- Understanding of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and quality documentation requirements (e.g., batch records, sampling plans, specifications).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple quality records simultaneously across competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with demonstrated experience working cross-functionally in a regulated biotech or pharma environment.
- High interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Regulatory, Process Development, and Quality leadership.
- Experience with Veeva Vault GxP Training module or equivalent Learning Management Systems (LMS) for tracking training compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and present quality metrics and trend analysis dashboards to QA leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to meeting the basic qualifications above, you will also possess some or all of the following:
- Experience in Gene Therapy (GT) and/or Large Molecule biologic manufacturing and quality operations is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with GT-specific Veeva QMS workflows, forms, and document restriction frameworks.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to gene therapy products, including applicable FDA guidance documents and ICH guidelines for biologics and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs).
- Experience supporting OOS/OOT investigations and deviation management within a GT or Large Molecule manufacturing context.
- Prior exposure to GT or Large Molecule Change Control Committee processes and documentation standards.
Where You’ll Work
This is a hybrid role based out of our Bridgewater, NJ office. You’ll work remotely most of the time, with in-person collaboration when it matters most.
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Pay Range:
$81,000.00-103,000.00 Annual
Life at Insmed
At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.
Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
- 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance
- Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities
- Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back
Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.
Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.
Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement on our Careers site.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Management Specialist
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Quality Management Specialist roles require a directly related degree to satisfy the H-1B specialty occupation standard. A degree in industrial engineering, quality systems, or operations management ties more cleanly than a general business degree, so position your transcript accordingly on your resume.
Target industries with active LCA filing histories
Medical device manufacturers, aerospace primes, and pharmaceutical companies file LCAs for QMS roles far more consistently than other sectors. These industries operate under FDA, FAA, or ISO mandates that make a dedicated quality specialist a regulatory necessity, not a discretionary hire.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary expectations
Before negotiations start, look up the prevailing wage for your role and metro area using OFLC Wage Search. Your employer must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds that threshold on the LCA, so knowing the Level II or III wage gives you a credible baseline.
Verify your ISO or ASQ certifications are documented for USCIS
USCIS adjudicators evaluating specialty occupation petitions for QMS roles respond well to professional certifications like CQE, CQA, or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor credentials. Gather original certificates and any continuing education records before your employer files the I-129 petition.
Search Migrate Mate for employers with verified QMS sponsorship history
Identifying employers who've actually filed LCAs for quality management roles saves significant time. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history, searchable by role and city, so you're applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor positions like yours.
Clarify PERM timing if your employer pursues a green card path
Many QMS roles qualify under EB-2 or EB-3, but PERM labor certification requires the employer to run a recruitment audit and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. Ask your employer early whether they'll initiate PERM concurrently with your H-1B to avoid restarting the clock later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Management Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as industrial engineering, quality systems, or a related technical discipline. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face an RFE from USCIS. Employers strengthen the petition by tying job duties explicitly to the degree requirement in the supporting documentation.
Which visa types are realistic for Quality Management Specialist candidates seeking sponsorship?
The H-1B is the most common path for QMS professionals and covers specialty occupation roles requiring a relevant degree. Australian citizens can apply for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the engineer or scientist categories if the role and degree align with USMCA profession definitions. F-1 students can begin on OPT or STEM OPT if the degree is in a qualifying STEM field.
How do I find Quality Management Specialist jobs where employers are willing to sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists Quality Management Specialist roles from employers with verified sponsorship histories, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already filed for similar positions. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who may decline to sponsor when the offer stage arrives.
Does my ISO or ASQ certification count toward the specialty occupation requirement?
Professional certifications like the CQE, CQA, or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor credential strengthen an H-1B petition but don't substitute for a bachelor's degree in a related field. USCIS assesses specialty occupation primarily on the degree requirement for the position. Certifications provide supporting evidence that the role demands specialized, degree-level knowledge rather than generalist skills.
Can a Quality Management Specialist on H-1B status switch employers if a better opportunity comes up?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer once they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS to approve it. The new employer must file before your current status expires. The new petition must still satisfy specialty occupation requirements, so the same degree and role alignment standards apply.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Quality Management Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.