QA Officer

SRG; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Edinburgh is seeking a QA Officer to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and support quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate has a degree in life sciences and experience in a QA role, including knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). This position offers a balanced work/life schedule with great benefits including enhanced holidays.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent experience in a life science discipline.
• Previous experience in a QA/Quality focused role.
• A sound knowledge/experience of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

Responsibilities

• QA monitoring of studies and suppliers to ensure compliance.
• Scheduling and conducting audits of suppliers and processes.
• Review and approval of Standard Operating Procedures and Study Plans.

Skills

QA monitoring

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in a life science discipline

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Online quality and project management systems

Job description

Overview

SRG are working with an established CRO to help them find a new QA Officer.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge in the QA field and is looking for a work/life balance as the company offer great benefits such as enhanced holidays and pension.

Responsibilities

• QA monitoring of studies, on site facilities and where relevant suppliers and subcontractors to ensure compliance with Regulatory Standards
• Scheduling and conduct of audits - suppliers, subcontractors, facility, processes, critical phase, protocol, data and reports
• Review and provide QA approval of Standard Operating Procedures, Study Plans, protocols equipment calibration validation records and supporting documentation
• Maintain the Master Schedule
• Support in training on QA for other members of staff and departments
• Provide advice and guidance for any department on QA and regulatory queries
• Any other QA activities as required

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent experience in a life science discipline
• Previous experience in a QA/Quality focused role
• A sound knowledge/experience of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Experience of GLP (Apply online only) / OECD No 1 is essential
• Experience authoring and reviewing/auditing SOPs/study plans and reports
• Experience of equipment calibration would be beneficial
• Experience in quality auditing
• Working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and other online quality and project management systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a busy team

Application

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a new role, then please apply online to find out more!

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy