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Tunnell Consulting

Document Control Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Currently, one of our client's needs a Document Control Specialist. This is a contract position ... Support document revisions, approvals, and document change activities. * Assist with audits and ...

IC-CAP, LLC

ASR 2

Bedford, MA · On-site

Maintain various daily logs for a variety of administrative functions associated with document control * Assist in the processing of inbound data and outbound data transfer files * Transfer ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for document control assistant in Boston, MA is $23.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a document control assistant, you are responsible for organizing and maintaining a company’s records system. Your duties are to manage, track, and store a variety of electronic and hardcopy documents and records through a file and folder naming structure. Your duties also include maintaining retention for all existing and ongoing documentation. You may be expected to digitize and archive existing documents. Additional responsibilities are to track documents, provide a regular report on their status, and ensure staff takes appropriate action on pending documents and records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a document control assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Document Control Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in document management processes, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS), Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes ISO standards is typically required. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to work independently make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining accurate records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting efficient workflow within an organization.

What are some common challenges faced by document control assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Document Control Assistants often encounter challenges such as maintaining version control, ensuring timely retrieval of documents, and adhering to strict compliance standards. To manage these effectively, it's important to stay organized, use document management software proficiently, and maintain clear communication with team members regarding document status and updates. Developing strong attention to detail and establishing standardized filing procedures can also help minimize errors and ensure that documentation is accurate and readily accessible.
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Document Control Specialist

Tunnell Consulting

Boston, MA

$40 - $55/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Tunnell Consulting is an employee-owned, life sciences management consulting firm. Known for solving complex problems in the life sciences, we support the mission and objectives of a variety organizations including biotech, pharma, the U.S. Government, foundations, public/private partnerships, investors, and emerging companies. The variety of clients and issues that we support give our team and our organization an ever-increasing breadth of experience to add to our deep industry and functional expertise. Headquartered in the Philadelphia area, we also have a presence in Washington DC, and Boston.

Tunnell Consulting looks for top consultants on behalf of our Pharmaceutical/Biotech clients. Currently, one of our client's needs a Document Control Specialist. This is a contract position. Estimated 3 month project with potential for extension, 3 days a week (24 hours/week). All work to be completed onsite. Our client is based in the greater Boston, MA area. Local candidates only.

Title: Document Control Specialist

Position Summary

The Document Control Specialist is responsible for the administration, control, distribution, filing, and archival of GMP documentation. This role supports compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements by ensuring that all controlled paper documents are accurate, complete, and properly maintained throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Issue, track, and reconcile controlled paper documents.
  • Review documents for completeness, accuracy, and proper formatting.
  • Maintain document logs, archives, and filing systems.
  • Distribute controlled copies of SOPs, forms, batch records, and other GMP documents.
  • Retrieve and archive documents according to retention requirements.
  • Ensure obsolete documents are removed from circulation and properly archived.
  • Support document revisions, approvals, and document change activities.
  • Assist with audits and inspections by locating and providing requested documentation.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of controlled records.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other departments to support documentation needs.

Qualifications

Education/ Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1-3 years of document control, records management, administrative, or pharmaceutical experience preferred.
  • Experience in a GMP-regulated environment is a plus.

Compensation

  • For this contract role the hourly rate range is $40 - $55/hour based on experience.

Tunnell strives to hire and retain the most qualified talent. We believe that having employees with different backgrounds and capabilities contributes to the success of our business. To attract qualified applicants, Tunnell posts to a wide variety of job sites. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be advised that certain client contracts may outline specific requirements for onsite work. Tunnell employees and/or contractors are expected to comply with all client requirements, including any safety and health protocols.