Head of Quality Assurance

RRxCo.; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Contract Research Organization in Manchester is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Quality (GCP) for a 3–6 month period. This senior position involves providing stability and elevating quality frameworks while ensuring compliance in a critical operational phase. Candidates must have extensive GCP Quality Management experience, proven leadership in QA strategy, and a strong capability in managing audits and inspections. The role offers the flexibility of remote work but requires candidates to be based in the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in GCP Quality Management within pharma/biotech or CRO environments.
• Proven leadership in QA strategy, oversight, and inspection readiness.
• Strong track record of managing audits, CAPA, vendor oversight, and quality governance.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with clinical operations, regulatory, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability and elevate quality frameworks.
• Support inspection readiness during a pivotal time.

Skills

Experience in GCP Quality Management

Leadership in QA strategy

Management of audits and CAPA

Collaboration with clinical operations

Inspection readiness

Vendor oversight

Job description

🚨 Interim Head of Quality (GCP) – 3–6 Months | 4–5 Days / Week | CRO Client 🚨

I’m currently supporting a leading CRO that is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Quality (GCP) to step into a critical leadership role during a period of high operational demand.

🔍 Key Requirements :

• Extensive experience in GCP Quality Management within pharma / biotech or CRO environments
• Proven leadership in QA strategy, oversight, and inspection readiness
• Strong track record of managing audits, CAPA, vendor oversight, and quality governance
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with clinical operations, regulatory, and project teams
• Immediate or short-notice availability

📅 Assignment Details :

• Duration : 3–6 months
• Commitment : 4–5 days per week
• Sector : Contract Research

The role is going to be mostly conducted remotely, however the client would like someone based in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior QA professional to provide stability, elevate quality frameworks, and support inspection readiness during a pivotal time.

If you or someone in your network could be a strong fit, feel free to reach out directly or send a message for more details.