Head of Quality (Interim)

RRxCo.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CRO firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Quality (GCP) for a critical leadership role to support operations during a peak period. The ideal candidate should possess extensive GCP Quality Management experience within pharma or biotech environments. Responsibilities include managing audits and ensuring inspection readiness. This is a 3-6 month contract requiring commitment of 4-5 days per week, perfect for a senior QA professional looking to drive quality frameworks forward.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in GCP Quality Management within pharma, biotech, or CRO.
• Proven leadership in QA strategy and inspection readiness.
• Strong track record in audits, CAPA, and vendor oversight.

Responsibilities

• Step into a leadership role during high operational demand.
• Collaborate with clinical operations and project teams.
• Elevate quality frameworks and ensure inspection readiness.

Skills

GCP Quality Management

Leadership in QA strategy

Audit management

CAPA oversight

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

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

RRxCo is 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

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