Senior QA Technician Cell and Gene Therapy Service

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children’s healthcare institution is hiring a Senior Quality Assurance Technician for their Cell and Gene Therapy Service. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a scientific discipline, alongside experience in quality management systems and GMP. Responsibilities include maintaining the QMS, managing deviations, and supporting staff training. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from £46,419 to £55,046 per annum within a fixed-term contract of 12 months. Candidates with a passion for quality in healthcare are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Training in QMS, QA or relevant experience.
• Understanding of GMP principles.
• Experience working in a QA environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage and review deviations and CAPAs.
• Conduct investigations and supplier assessments.
• Support batch manufacturing record reviews.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Degree in relevant scientific discipline

Tools

IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Q-Pulse

Job description

Senior QA Technician - Cell and Gene Therapy Service

The closing date is 08 February 2026

An excellent opportunity has presented itself at Great Ormond Street Hospital Trust, Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children (ZCR) for a Senior Quality Assurance Technician in our Cell and Gene Therapy Service.

We are proud of being part of a well renowned national centre of excellence in the provision of specialist children's health care, currently delivering the widest range of specialist care of any children's hospital in the UK.

The Cell and Gene Therapy Service manufactures life-saving therapies for paediatric patients under both our MHRA and HTA licences. We are expecting to soon manufacture within our new state of the art, purpose-built facility (ZCR), comprising of seven cGMP compliant laboratories and support services. Our manufacturing facilities are licensed by the MHRA to allow us to function within the terms of our MIA(IMP) and MS licences.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly and welcoming Quality team with its great diversity of skills and experience, we look forward to receiving your application.

For further information, please contact:

Main duties of the job

The Senior Quality Assurance Technician will play a vital role in the maintenance of our Quality Management System (QMS). The postholder will be responsible for managing and reviewing deviations, change controls, quality risk assessments, corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs), and other quality records. Additionally, the postholder will also conduct investigations, root cause analysis, supplier assessment and approval activities and support with the review of batch manufacturing records and clinical trial / specials batch related documentation.

The postholder as a member of the Quality Assurance team will work closely with the Production teams to build quality into the department, support staff in their training needs and ensure work is carried out in accordance with local, national and professional standards and regulatory guidelines.

We are therefore seeking a candidate with a strong background in quality management systems and a comprehensive understanding of GMP principles. The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and problem‑solving abilities. Effective communication, both written and verbal, is crucial for collaborating with internal teams and external partners. Previous experience working in a QA / GMP environment and familiarity with gene, stem, and cellular therapies are highly desirable qualities for this role.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long‑term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long‑Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee‑led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

• Educated to degree level in relevant scientific discipline
• Training in QMS, QA or relevant experience

GOSH Culture and Values

• Our Always values oAlways welcoming oAlways helpful oAlways expert oAlways one team
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Experience/Knowledge

• Understanding of GMP principles
• Experience of working in a QA environment
• IT competent (Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Experience in QMS management
• Experience in supplier assessment and approval
• Experience in internal and/or external audits
• Cell and Gene Therapy knowledge
• Experience of manufacturing in a GMP environment
• Experience of using Q‑Pulse

Skills/Abilities

• Good organisational skills (ability to plan, organise and prioritise work)
• Good problem‑solving skills
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to accurately follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Show initiative and provide support to staff inexperienced in quality systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Zayed Centre for Research, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children

£46,419 to £55,046 a year per annum inclusive

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full‑time

Reference number

271‑R‑I‑7702059

Job locations

Zayed Centre for Research, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children