Quality and Systems Specialist, Molecular Imaging & Therapy Quality - BC Cancer - Provincial

Quality and Systems Specialist, Molecular Imaging & Therapy Quality

BC Cancer

Provincial, BC

This role will be supporting the Molecular Imaging & Therapy Quality Program for BC Cancer IAMI. This role will require on-site presence at 4004 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2A3, with remote work as appropriate.

The Quality and Systems Specialist maintains and administers the BC Cancer Functional Imaging Department’s Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

This electronic system supports the manufacture, testing, and development of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)-compliant radiopharmaceuticals.

Reporting to the departmental Quality Assurance Manager, the position assists with the coordination and administration of the Department’s Quality Management System (QMS).

What you’ll do

• Maintain the LIMS, including system and user administration, creation and amendment of electronic product methods, inventory and instrument management, equipment communication interfaces, and training.
• Acts as the LIMS point of contact with external stakeholders and liaises with the LIMS vendor and IT services to arrange periodic system updates, user training, computer hardware requirements, as well as database server, connection, and other troubleshooting issues as necessary.
• Arrange periodic system updates, user training, computer hardware requirements, as well as database server, connection, and other troubleshooting issues as necessary.
• Develop and executes validation protocols to ensure regulatory compliance for electronic systems and equipment.
• Conduct root-cause investigations associated with deviations, non-conformances, and failures through interviews, process review and root cause analysis, summarize findings, and recommend follow-up and / or corrective action.
• Draft and updates Standard Operating Procedures and Test Methods and submits to Manager for review and approval.
• Other activities may include assistance with the administration of the document control system, data analysis for quality trending purposes, maintenance of supplier files, and review of executed batch records.

What you bring

Qualifications :

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or other related discipline.
• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industries

You have :

• Ability to operate an electronic QMS or LIMS.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new techniques and apply them to everyday practice.
• Knowledge of data integrity related to Good Manufacturing or Good Laboratory Practices
• Ability to efficiently manage time and organize work
• Technical writing ability and strong attention to detail
• Ability to interact constructively and efficiently in a cross functional team environment.
• Demonstrate ability to independently manage workload priorities
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have : Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Location : Provincial Position and candidate must be within the vicinity of the BC Cancer Centre to work on-site as required.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

What we do

provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs :

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.