Quality Control Manager - Molecular Imaging Research Centre

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Cottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is looking for a Quality Controller to ensure compliance with GMP in laboratory testing and quality assurance processes. Candidates should hold a degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a biological science, along with relevant professional qualifications and experience in quality control environments. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship are welcomed. This role includes access to vulnerable individuals, necessitating background checks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biological Science required.
• Professional registration with a recognized Healthcare Regulatory body necessary.
• Evidence of continuing professional development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work under GMP guidelines in quality control laboratory testing.
• Implement change processes effectively.
• Perform Quality Assurance for combined unit service.

Skills

Knowledge of Quality control laboratory testing equipment

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Staff management experience

Knowledge of radiation protection

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biological Science

Post graduate qualification in pharmaceutical science or equivalent

Job description

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.

We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or a Biological Science.
• Post graduate qualification (MSc level) in a pharmaceutical science or chemistry subject or equivalent training and experience.
• Professional registration held with a recognised Healthcare Regulatory body-GPhC or HCPC or Royal Society of Chemistry, Biology or equivalent / In a position to apply.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable criteria

• Holds Qualified Person status on one of the statutory Registers of Eligible Qualified Persons or eligible to be nominated as QP under permanent provision 2001/83/EC.
• Trained as a radiation protection supervisor.
• Further qualification in leadership/management.

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge and experience of using a wide range of Quality control laboratory testing equipment in a GMP compliant environment (raw materials and end product release testing)
• Acceptable experience for a Quality Controller as described within the MHRA Guidance for Specials Manufacturers (2022)
• Evidence of working within GMP/GLP guidelines and familiarity in GMP, QA, QC and quality risk management.
• Evidence of strategic planning/service development experience
• Staff management and training experience.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in PET/radio pharmacy/aseptic services.
• Experience in HPLC method development.
• Experience in Clinical trial responsibilities.
• Experience of the recruitment process and of conducting appraisals.
• Experience of tendering for contracts.
• Experience in testing of analytical methods for new radiotracers.
• Knowledge of interpretation of stability data obtained from a range of sources
• Experience of working in a commercial licensed unit.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to evaluate critical steps in processes to optimise quality.
• Ability to concentrate and work under pressure
• To be able to implement change processes effectively
• To be able to perform Quality Assurance for the combined unit service.
• To be competent in QC procedures.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Effective skills in liaising with colleagues and other disciplines.
• Knowledge of principles and application of radiation protection and associated legislation

Desirable criteria

• Radiation protection supervisor or suitability to undertake training.
• COSHH knowledge and application experience
• To be competent in all aspect of a radiopharmacy service delivery
• Leadership skills
• Audit skills
• Ability to write up and present projects and audits.

Special Attributes and other

Essential criteria

• Shows motivation in developing new skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
• Flexible and reliable

Other Requirements

Essential criteria

• Ability to work under pressure
• I.T. skills.
• Self-motivated, with an ability to initiate and complete tasks.

Desirable criteria

• Presentation skills.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 440.4KB)