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Auditor, RDQA Clinical Quality Audit - Remote

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Remote available · Full time · Quality Assurance

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you had to write and issue an audit report under a tight timeline.

What they are checking: Whether they write clear, timely audit reports, since late or vague reports delay the corrections that protect patients and data.

This role is remote. How do you stay organized and connected with audit and business partners?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay organized and connected while working remotely, since auditors depend on many partners across time zones.

Tell me about a time you gave GCP advice that helped a team avoid a problem.

What they are checking: Whether they add value as advisors, helping teams prevent problems, not only finding them after the fact.

What would you do

You find evidence that informed consent was not properly documented for several subjects. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize a critical consent finding and escalate it quickly, since informed consent problems directly affect patient rights.

A site pushes back hard on a finding during the closeout meeting. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can hold their position professionally when a site pushes back, without becoming defensive or backing down on evidence.

About the work

Walk me through how you plan and conduct an investigator site audit.

What they are checking: Whether they can plan and conduct a site audit methodically, which is the core skill of a clinical quality auditor.

What are the most common GCP findings you see at clinical sites, and why do they happen?

What they are checking: Whether they know common site findings and understand why they happen, rather than only listing what went wrong.

How does a process or system audit differ from a site audit?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how process and system audits differ from site audits, since this role covers all three types.

How do you decide whether a finding is critical, major or minor?

What they are checking: Whether they classify findings consistently by risk, so sites and sponsors are treated fairly and priorities are clear.

What makes a corrective action plan acceptable to you?

What they are checking: Whether they can judge whether a corrective plan addresses the real root cause, so the same finding does not return.

How do ICH E6 changes affect how you audit?

What they are checking: Whether they keep current with ICH guidance, including risk-based approaches, and adjust how they audit as expectations change.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

Primarily responsible for the execution of the Clinical audit program, including scheduling, planning, reporting and resolution of Clinical audits. Ensuring alignment with RDQA policies and procedures wherever possible and contributing to the development and implementation of the Clinical QA quality system. Provision of advice and support on GCP and quality topics to business partners to ensure compliance with worldwide requirements and expectations. Responsibilities: • Assure quality and compliance in a regulated environment that includes worldwide regulations, country specific and other applicable standards and AbbVie policies and procedures by continuous evaluation of Clinical processes through audit and QA oversight activities. • Lead and participate in Clinical Audit scheduling, planning and conduct activities to assess compliance with regulations, guidelines, AbbVie policies and procedures and sponsor requirements. Clinical audit types include investigator clinical site, process, system and Affiliate audits. • Effectively communicate audit results, both orally and in writing, within target timeframes. • Review and approve Corrective Action Plans submitted in response to audit observations within target timeframes and tracking of actions to completion. • Advance the AbbVie Quality System through contribution to the development and implementation of systems and processes required to support global quality assurance requirements. Supports maintenance or development of Quality standards relating to Clinical audit. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives/projects to help assure compliance to regulations and corporate policies. • Participate in and support GCP inspections, as required. • Provide support and consultation to RDQA and business partners with regards to GCP regulations. • Promote continuous education on quality and clinical guidelines and regulations for self and other AbbVie staff. • Bachelor’s degree in science (physical, life, health), a health care profession (e.g., nursing or pharmacy) or equivalent experience • 3-5 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or with a regulatory authority • 3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance and/or Clinical Research Development • Strong analytical skills and the ability to draw conclusions from presented data • Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision • High level of awareness and understanding of clinical trial regulations (e.g. ICH-GCP, EU Clinical Trial Directive/Regulation) and industry best practices • Flexibility to adapt to changing assignments and ability to effectively prioritize • Good project management, interpersonal, and communication skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team • Willingness and ability to perform international travel Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​ • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​ • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​ • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​ Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​ AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html