Senior GMP Production Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical CDMO in the South West of the UK is seeking a Senior GMP Production Scientist to supervise GMP manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Life Sciences and extensive experience in GMP environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative therapies in a collaborative environment focused on scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating in GMP environments for ATMP or biologics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of cleanroom production.
• Experience in managing deviations and supporting tech transfer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise GMP cleanroom production operations for clinical products.
• Manage documentation, including SOPs and batch records.
• Deliver training and mentoring for production teams.

Skills

GMP compliance

Supervisory experience

Mammalian cell culture

Downstream purification

Aseptic fill/finish

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for a Senior GMP Production Scientist to join a leading biopharmaceutical CDMO based in the South West of the UK to join their team.

Our client specialises in GMP manufacturing of advanced therapy and biologic products. As a Senior GMP Production Scientist, you will take the lead in supervising GMP manufacturing operations for a range of clinical products. This includes overseeing production teams, supporting technology transfer, and ensuring compliance across ATMP and biologics projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise GMP cleanroom production operations, lead tech transfer activities from process development, and manage production planning for a variety of ATMP clinical products
• Ensure manufacturing activities follow GMP and Product Specification Files, supporting material specification, closed processing, purification, and fill/finish operations up to 400L scale
• As the Senior GMP Production Scientist you will manage documentation, including SOPs and batch records, and lead data collation for clinical trial regulatory submissions
• Deliver training and mentoring for production teams, maintain compliance with safety procedures, and support internal and client-facing project meetings

Qualifications

• A Degree or higher level in a relevant field (e.g., Life Sciences / Bioprocessing / Pharmaceutical Engineering). Extensive experience operating in GMP environments for ATMP or biologics manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of GMP compliance and cleanroom production, with experience in one or more of the following: mammalian cell culture, downstream purification, aseptic fill/finish, or multi-product GMP facilities
• Proven experience supervising teams, coordinating schedules, managing deviations and change controls, and supporting tech transfer and regulatory documentation

What’s in it for you?

You will join a high-growth business with a globally recognised reputation in cell and gene therapy. As a Senior GMP Production Scientist, you will be part of a collaborative GMP leadership team shaping the delivery of clinical trial materials and next-gen therapies.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your GMP manufacturing skills in a technically advanced, purpose-driven environment focused on scientific excellence and innovation.

Key Words

Senior GMP Production Scientist / ATMP / GMP Manufacturing / Cleanroom / Bioprocessing / Fill-Finish / Tech Transfer / Downstream / Cell Culture / Purification / CDMO / QA / QC / South West / Clinical Trial Material / Supervisory

Equal Opportunities

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career