Continuous Improvement Officer 2

OXB; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in viral vector development seeks a Continuous Improvement Officer 2 to support quality improvement initiatives within the Analytical Services Group. The role entails developing trackers, preparing KPI reports, and ensuring regulatory compliance while fostering an environment committed to operational efficiency and quality assurance.

Benefits

Highly competitive total reward packages

Wellbeing programmes

Development opportunities

Friendly and supportive colleagues

Diverse and inclusive work environment

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities

Qualifications

• Understanding of GMP regulations and Quality Management Systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based trackers and KPI reports.
• Ensure compliance with quality documentation and assist in investigations.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Graduate with a biological background

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

LIMS

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Officer 2 to join the Analytical Services Group (ASG) team. The purpose of this role is to support and drive continuous improvement initiatives, develop and maintain trackers and metrics, and contribute to the enhancement of quality systems and operational efficiency.

Our Analytical Services Group supports the development of products through analytical testing to facilitate manufacturing and process development, ensuring appropriate quality controls and use of analytics.

Your responsibilities in this role would be:

• Support ongoing continuous improvement projects across ASG.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement improvements to systems of work.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based trackers and calculation templates.
• Prepare regular KPI reports and monthly metrics for the Head of Department.
• Ensure compliance with quality documentation and data integrity.
• Assist in investigations, root cause analysis, and progression of quality records.
• Perform QC Officer activities and support regulatory/client inspections.

We are looking for:

• A graduate with a biological background.
• Understanding of GMP regulations and Quality Management Systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); knowledge of LIMS is desirable.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Highly organised, motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

About Us:

OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors—the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

OXB collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV), and adenoviral vectors. Our world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation, supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and regulatory expertise.

What’s in it for you:

• Highly competitive total reward packages
• Wellbeing programmes
• Development opportunities
• Welcoming, friendly, supportive colleagues
• A diverse and inclusive working environment
• Our values are: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect
• State-of-the-art laboratory and manufacturing facilities

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Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. With over 25 years of experience in viral vectors, we are pioneers in cell and gene therapy, re-engineering viruses as safe delivery vectors for genetic material. Our collaborations span top pharmaceutical and biotech companies, providing expertise from early development to commercialization, supported by robust quality systems, analytical methods, and regulatory knowledge.