Associate Quality Manager - FTC
Location: Vienna, Austria (Hybrid)
Department: Quality Assurance
Job type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract
Join us and make a difference when it matters most!
At Mundipharma, we are proud of the work we do to bring innovative treatments to patients. We challenge ourselves constantly to deliver more for patients, healthcare professionals, our partners, and our employees.
The Team
We are looking for an Associate Quality Manager to join Mundipharma on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. In this role, you will support and maintain a robust pharmaceutical Quality Management System in line with the Austrian Medicines Act (AMBO) and EU GDP / GxP guidelines, covering Austria and selected CEE markets. You will work closely with cross‑functional and regional stakeholders and play a hands‑on role in day‑to‑day quality operations. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your experience in GDP/GMP‑related Quality Assurance within an international pharmaceutical environment.
Role and Responsibilities
Regional QA Oversight - Plan and monitor Quality Assurance activities across Austria and the CEE markets to ensure operational compliance.
Issue Resolution and support the management of regional quality issues, including complaints, product recalls, and returns.
Audit Management - Lead the preparation and support for internal and external GDP/GMP audits and regulatory inspections.
QMS Development - Maintain and evolve the Quality Management System in accordance with EU GDP/GMP guidelines and national legislation.
Quality Controls - Manage deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and conduct thorough quality risk assessments.
Oversee technical documentation Quality/Technical Agreements, pharmaceutical licenses, and ensure rigorous document control.
Develop and maintain core documentation, including SOPs, the Quality Manual, and the Site Master File (SMF).
Monitor quality KPIs and contribute to monthly reviews and Product Quality Reviews (PQRs).
Compliance Monitoring - Conduct self-inspections and manage NMVO alerts and related regional contracts.
Act as a proactive interface for stakeholders, providing expert quality guidance and training compliance support to regional teams.
What you’ll bring
University degree in Pharmacy would be ideal but may be open to other Scientific Degrees in areas such as Chemistry, Biology, Human or Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, or Food/Biotechnology
Previous experience in pharmaceutical quality assurance
Solid understanding of GDP/GMP and pharmaceutical quality systems
Previous experience in use of QMS (Trackwise would be ideal but open to others)
Analytical, solution‑oriented, and detail‑focused working style
Hands‑on mentality with a strong sense of ownership and self‑motivation
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions and regions
Open mindset, pragmatic approach, and strong team orientation
Customer‑ and patient‑focused way of working
Fluent German and English (German at native level)
What we offer in return
Opportunity to work in a regulated pharmaceutical environment with regional exposure.
Hands‑on Quality role with real responsibility and impact.
Supportive team and structured handover due to maternity leave cover.
Fixed‑term role ideal for building or strengthening Quality Assurance expertise.
For this position, the minimum salary according to the collective agreement for full-time employment is €2,986.00 gross per month. However, we offer a market-competitive overpayment depending on qualifications and experience.
Diversity and inclusion
Building an inclusive environment where people can thrive, grow and achieve their full potential is a priority. We believe this isn’t just the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. We are on a journey and will seek to move forward together through education and awareness to build a culture that welcomes and celebrates diversity and uniqueness. We will create a workplace environment where everyone can, every day, bring their authentic selves and is treated with dignity and respect.
About Mundipharma
Mundipharma is a global healthcare company focussing on customers across Africa, Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Mundipharma is dedicated to bringing innovative treatments to patients in the areas of pain management, infectious disease as well as other severe and debilitating disease areas. Their guiding principles, centered around Integrity and Patient-Centricity, are at the heart of everything they do. For more information visit www.mundipharma.com.
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Additional Job Description:
Primary Location:
AT Vienna
Job Posting Date:
2026-04-22
Job Type:
Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)
