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QA/RA Consultant

Boston, MA ยท On-site +1

$130K - $150K/yr

Job Title: QA/RA Consultant Employment Status: Full-time Office Hours: Monday - Friday; hybrid schedule Location: Boston, Massachusetts Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000, plus equity options ...

QA/RA Consultant

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Job Title: QA/RA Lead Employment Status: Full-time Office Hours: Monday - Friday; hybrid schedule Location: Boston, Massachusetts Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000, plus equity options. (Compensation ...

QA/RA Consultant

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Job Title: QA/RA Consultant Employment Status: Full-time Office Hours: Monday - Friday; hybrid schedule Location: Boston, Massachusetts Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000, plus equity options ...

Senior QA/RA Specialist

Novato, CA ยท On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Serve as the primary QA/RA representative on cross-functional project teams, ensuring quality and regulatory requirements are incorporated throughout the product lifecycle. * Lead document control ...

Quality Assurance Specialist

Saco, ME ยท On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Ensure Quality & Compliance as Our Next QA/RA Specialist! The Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Specialist plays a key role in supporting quality assurance activities and ensuring compliance with ...

Quality Assurance Specialist

Saco, ME ยท On-site

$27.88 - $53.85/hr

Ensure Quality & Compliance as Our Next QA/RA Specialist! The Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs Specialist plays a key role in supporting quality assurance activities and ensuring compliance with ...

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How much do qa ra jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for qa ra in the United States is $124,124.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a QA/RA professional?

QA/RA professionals are experts in Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs (RA), typically within industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and biotechnology. QA focuses on maintaining product quality and compliance with internal and external standards, while RA ensures that products meet all regulatory requirements set by government agencies. Together, these professionals help organizations navigate complex regulations, prepare documentation for approvals, and ensure ongoing compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a QA/RA professional?

To thrive as a QA/RA professional, you need a solid background in quality management systems, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards, often supported by a relevant science or engineering degree. Familiarity with regulatory submission software, document control systems, and certifications such as ASQ or RAC is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting regulations and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure product compliance, minimize regulatory risks, and support the successful launch of safe, effective products.

What are some common challenges faced by QA/RA professionals, and how can they be effectively managed?

QA/RA professionals often encounter challenges such as keeping up with frequently changing regulations, managing documentation for compliance audits, and coordinating across departments to ensure product quality and regulatory alignment. Staying current with industry standards and regulatory updates is crucial, as is developing strong organizational and communication skills to facilitate collaboration. Leveraging specialized software tools and participating in ongoing professional development can help manage these complexities and ensure both compliance and product quality.

Is QA a stressful job?

Quality Assurance (QA) roles can be stressful at times due to tight deadlines, the need for attention to detail, and the responsibility of identifying and resolving defects. However, the level of stress varies depending on the company, project complexity, and individual workload management. Good organizational skills and experience with testing tools can help reduce stress in QA jobs.
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Infographic showing various Qa Ra job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,124 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

QA/RA Consultant

Boston, MA โ€ข On-site, Remote

Ketryx
Software Developmentย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$130K - $150K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Title: QA/RA Consultant
Employment Status: Full-time
Office Hours: Monday - Friday; hybrid schedule
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000, plus equity options. (Compensation dependent on experience level)


As a Ketryx QA/RA Consultant, you will lead quality management system implementations and regulatory compliance strategies for cutting-edge medical device clients as we scale our AI-powered compliance platform. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of regulatory affairs. You'll have the autonomy and expertise to drive repeatable QMS deployment processes while helping shape the future of regulatory affairs through innovative technology and enabling the success of the world's most innovative companies. We offer the opportunity to work with high-growth clients, establishing best-in-class quality systems from the ground up using our revolutionary AI platform.

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in quality systems management with 5-8 years of experience in the medical device industry. Someone who is strategic yet hands-on, passionate about regulatory excellence, and eager to leverage cutting-edge AI technology will thrive in this position. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to directly impact our mission to improve 100 million patient lives by 2030 by ensuring the highest quality standards for life-saving medical devices.

This position will be based in our Boston, Massachusetts office with a hybrid schedule (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday in office, Wednesday WFH option).ย 

About You:

You're a proven QMS expert who's successfully navigated complex medical device regulatory landscapes and is ready to scale your impact through innovative technology. You've built or significantly improved quality systems at medical device companies, consulting firms, or high-growth startups, and you're excited to combine your regulatory expertise with AI-powered tools to create something category-defining.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead Quality Management System (QMS) setup and deployment for medical device clients.
  • Own and manage QMS templates and regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Provide expert consulting on ISO 13485, MDSAP, GxP, and other quality systems standards.
  • Scale operations to support high-growth clients.
  • Develop repeatable QMS deployment processes leveraging AI platform capabilities and automatic compliance.
  • Shape the future of regulatory affairs through innovative product development.
  • Work independently on complex quality assurance projects requiring minimal oversight.
  • Ensure customer success across the entire customer engagement lifecycle.
Required Skills:
  • 4-8 years of experience in quality systems management, management representative or senior specialist role.
  • Familiar with eQMS implementation, validation and implementation.
  • Deep expertise in Quality Management System setup, sub-systems, and implementation.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and Global QMS requirements.
  • Expertise in AI, Digital, and Cyber Compliance.
  • Deep understanding of medical device cybersecurity.
  • Experience as quality management representative in regulated environments.
  • Experience with regulatory and Notified Body submission requirements.
  • Background in medical device industry quality systems.
  • Ability to work independently and own complex regulatory projects.
  • Proven track record in consulting or client-facing roles.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience at large medical device companies (Stryker, Medtronic, Boston Scientific).
  • Background with consulting firms specializing in QMS setup.
  • Startup experience (Series A/B) with QMS implementation.
  • Specializations in cybersecurity, usability, or computer software validation.
  • Experience scaling quality operations in high-growth environments.
  • Knowledge of AI applications in regulatory affairs.
  • Submission experience.
  • Experience working in an early stage, product-based start up.

Keywords: ISO 13485, MDSAP, Quality Management System (QMS), Management representative, Medical device quality, QMS setup, Regulatory consulting, Quality systems manager, Computer software validation, Cybersecurity, Usability, Startup experience, Series A/B, Boston/Massachusetts, Consulting firms, Quality assurance, Medical device industry