Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Certificate Program: Building Colorado's Life Sciences Workforce

Chelsea Magin, University of Colorado, Denver | Anschutz
The Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs (QARA) Certificate Program, offered through CU Denver | CU Anschutz in partnership with the Colorado BioScience Institute (CBSI) and industry experts, is advancing workforce development across Colorado's growing life sciences sector.
Designed for students, early-career professionals, and those transitioning into regulated industries, the QARA program bridges academic training with real-world application. Participants gain practical knowledge in quality systems, regulatory strategy, and compliance skills that ensure innovative products in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices meet the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.
By integrating academic expertise with industry experience, the QARA Certificate Program strengthens Colorado's bioscience talent pipeline and prepares professionals to lead in a highly regulated, innovation-driven economy.
Bio URL: https://www.maginlab.com/chelsea-magin-phd
Poster PDF: https://www.colorado.edu/csl/media/1208
Related Paper: https://engineering.ucdenver.edu/bioengineering/certificate-programs/quality-assurance-and-regulatory-affairs