Associate Software Quality & Test Analyst
Summary
This role supports software quality and testing in a life sciences environment, focusing on validation, compliance, and defect tracking. Responsibilities include executing test cases, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams using tools like Jira.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Software Quality & Test Analyst based in India.
Join a collaborative life sciences and clinical research environment where software quality, system validation, and regulatory compliance play a vital role in supporting reliable clinical research. In this role, you will help ensure that business applications meet quality standards, maintain data integrity, and remain compliant with applicable regulatory requirements. You will contribute to software testing, user acceptance testing, validation documentation, and change management activities. Working alongside business, IT, Quality, and vendor teams, you will help deliver system enhancements while maintaining accurate, traceable, and audit-ready records. This opportunity is ideal for an early-career quality professional looking to strengthen their expertise in regulated software environments. You will also benefit from opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and contribute to work that supports the advancement of healthcare and patient-focused research.
Accountabilities
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Support system validation and qualification activities for software applications used in regulated business environments.
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Develop, review, and execute test cases, test scripts, and user acceptance testing (UAT) scenarios to verify system functionality and compliance with requirements.
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Prepare, review, and maintain validation documentation, quality records, and supporting evidence in accordance with established procedures.
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Assist with change request assessments, testing activities, implementation planning, and change control documentation.
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Record test results, identify and document defects, and maintain clear evidence of testing activities and outcomes.
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Ensure traceability between business and system requirements, test cases, results, and validation deliverables.
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Support audit and inspection readiness by keeping documentation accurate, complete, organized, and readily accessible.
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Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, Quality professionals, and external vendors to support system improvements and project delivery.
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Follow established quality procedures and contribute to continuous improvement in testing, validation, and compliance practices.
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Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline.
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One to three years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, system validation, or a related role.
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Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), software testing methodologies, test documentation, and user acceptance testing processes.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to documentation accuracy.
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Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain testing outcomes and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
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Familiarity with defect tracking, change management, and quality management processes.
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Ability to manage assigned tasks, follow established procedures, and maintain clear records in a structured, compliance-focused environment.
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Preferred: Experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) and familiarity with regulated life sciences or clinical research environments.
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Preferred: Knowledge of Good Practice (GxP) principles, GAMP 5 guidance, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements relating to electronic records and electronic signatures.
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Preferred: Experience with tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, HP ALM, or similar platforms used for testing, issue tracking, and quality management.
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Remote work opportunities across multiple locations in India, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Noida, and Mohali.
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Full-time employment within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
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Opportunities to develop skills in software quality assurance, system validation, testing, and regulatory compliance.
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Exposure to cross-functional projects involving business, IT, Quality, and external stakeholders.
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Professional development opportunities to support long-term career growth in life sciences technology and clinical research.
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The opportunity to contribute to data integrity, system reliability, and quality practices that support patient-focused research.
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Salary, healthcare coverage, and additional benefits: Specific details were not provided in the source job description and should be confirmed during the recruitment process.