Quality Assurance Officer – Pharmaceuticals

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with Quality and Safety standards while managing critical QA activities and contributing to the company's regulatory success. Suitable candidates will have a background in pharmaceuticals and demonstrate strong quality assurance skills, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals aiming to thrive in this rewarding field.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA within pharmaceuticals or biopharmaceuticals.
• Understanding of GMP standards.
• Experience in clean room or manufacturing environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with GxP, Quality, and Safety standards.
• Managing the Quality Management System and reviewing Batch Manufacturing Records.
• Conducting quality investigations, audits, and supporting regulatory inspections.

Skills

Compliance with GxP

Quality Management System

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Quality Assurance Officer – Pharmaceuticals

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Client: CY Partners

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Salary: up to £42,000 + £8,000 shift allowance

Contract: 12 Months, based in North London

Job Description

Are you a quality assurance professional with experience in Pharmaceuticals or Biopharmaceuticals? Are you seeking a challenging and rewarding role in the pharmaceutical industry? CY Partners is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Officer to join their team, ensuring all QA activities meet the highest standards and comply with regulations.

This role involves working on a shift basis and includes responsibilities such as:

• Ensuring compliance with GxP, Quality, and Safety standards within the QA team.
• Managing the Quality Management System and reviewing Batch Manufacturing Records.
• Handling deviations, complaints, and control changes, and acting as the primary QA contact.
• Providing guidance on deviations and quality incidents.
• Conducting quality investigations, audits, and supporting regulatory inspections.

Qualifications and experience required:

• Experience in QA within pharmaceuticals or biopharmaceuticals.
• Knowledge of quality documentation and QMS.
• Understanding of GMP standards.
• Experience in clean room or manufacturing environments is advantageous.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• BSc or MSc in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate QA professional to contribute to a reputable biopharmaceutical company. To apply, please contact Katie-May Kress at CY Partners or apply online.

Keywords include: 'Quality Assurance Officer, QA, Quality Management System, GxP, GMP, Regulatory Compliance, Deviation, CAPA, Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, North London.'

Note: All applicants must prove their legal right to work in the UK. CY Partners Recruitment Ltd is an employment agency.