HTA Quality Assurance Manager

University of Southampton; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university seeks a qualified individual for a role focused on tissue governance and regulatory compliance. The position entails implementing frameworks and leading improvements in standards. Ideal candidates should have experience in regulatory affairs, quality control systems, and a proactive approach. This role offers a supportive environment with a strong commitment to inclusivity and flexibility.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• Proactive and highly organised individual required.
• Experience in regulatory affairs is essential.
• Must be able to critically evaluate and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Implement tissue governance framework.
• Advise on regulatory compliance.
• Lead on continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality control system management

Critical evaluation

Influencing practice

Job description

About us

In the faculty of Medicine, we make important scientific discoveries and translate them into successful clinical treatments. Through our links with the NHS, industry and the wider University, we push the boundaries of medical research to address major healthcare issues. Our education programmes are research-embedded and enhanced by the exceptional work being done here. As we look to increase our research volume and develop enterprise, we are seeking to strengthen our governance and management of human tissue.

The role

You will work closely with HTA licence Designated Individual, University Tissue Bank Manager, Facilities Business Operations Manager and central REGO team to ensure implementation of tissue governance framework, advising on regulatory compliance and leading on continuous improvement. With an ambition to further grow research and enterprise activity, the role will be crucial to ensuring university’s compliance with the relevant legislation and will work towards continuous improvement of standards around human tissue governance and management, which will include future projects to become REC-approved (short to medium-term) and, long term, achieving ISO 20387 accreditation.

About you

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with experience in regulatory affairs and in developing and managing quality control system. The post holder will be able to critically evaluate activities and make recommendations, and positively influence practice to maintain regulatory compliance. Although the individual may not have previous HTA experience, they will be expected to become a subject matter expert and provide expect advice and guidance of complex issues.

What we can offer you

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.

With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

How to apply and contact

For an informal discussion about this role please contact [e-mail]

Please attach an up-to-date CV with your application.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.