Quality Assurance Auditor I

Are you detail-oriented, driven by quality, and motivated to ensure the highest standards in life sciences? At Inotiv, our work advances discoveries that improve lives—and our Quality Assurance (QA) team plays a vital role in making that possible. We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Auditor to join our Evansville team and help ensure compliance, integrity, and excellence in every project.

Why Join Us?

• 🧪 Purpose-driven work – your expertise ensures the reliability of data that drives life-saving research.

• 🌱 Growth opportunities – expand your QA knowledge through diverse audits, regulatory exposure, and cross-functional collaboration.

• 🤝 Supportive culture – be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• 🏠 Local stability + 🌍 global impact – contribute to a mission-driven company with deep Evansville roots and international reach.

What We Offer

• 💰 Salary - This is a non-exempt role paying $26.50 - $33.50/hour and can adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience.

• 🎁 Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision effective within 30 days; 401k with employer match effective after 90 days; 23 PTO days + 10 paid holidays annually; overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x rate

• 📅 Schedule - Monday - Friday, 7:30a - 4p (flexible on hours, and this position may require earlier arrivals to accommodate study activities; advance notice will be provided)

• 📍 Location - Mount Vernon, IN (just 5 minutes past USI's campus)

What You’ll Do

As a QA Auditor, you’ll be the bridge between regulatory standards and scientific excellence. Your day-to-day may include:

• Conducting audits of studies, facilities, and records to ensure compliance with protocols, SOPs, and GLP regulations.

• Reviewing protocols, study data, reports, facility documentation, and subcontractor contributions.

• Observing laboratory practices and processes to identify risks and areas for improvement.

• Preparing and delivering audit reports with findings and recommendations.

• Supporting inspections by sponsors and regulatory agencies.

• Providing guidance and training on regulatory topics to colleagues.

• Collaborating with the QA team to continuously strengthen processes and outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

• Education/Experience:

  • B.S. in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field, OR

  • 1–3 years of pharmaceutical auditing experience, OR

  • 3–5 years of pharmaceutical lab experience with at least 1 year in auditing, OR

  • Equivalent blend of education and QA/regulatory experience.

• Skills:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you can partner effectively across all levels.

  • Highly organized with sharp attention to detail.

  • Familiarity with laboratory procedures and government regulations.

  • Comfortable using Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and electronic data systems.

  • Able to work independently while staying collaborative and solutions-oriented.

What to Expect

• Mix of desk-based work and active lab/facility presence.

• Some physical activity, including walking, standing, and light-to-moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs).

• Occasional business travel.

✨ This role is a great fit if you’re looking to grow your career in quality assurance while contributing to research that truly matters.

👉 Ready to bring your eye for detail and passion for quality to Inotiv?

Apply today and help us drive science forward.

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*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience.  The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

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