Specialist Quality Control (Analytical Molecular Bioassay)

AstraZeneca; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Specialist Quality Control to join their team in Speke, Liverpool. In this role, you will conduct investigational and validation testing, ensuring compliance with GMP and GLP standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. This is an opportunity to contribute to the production of life-changing medicines in a supportive and innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level/HND or equivalent in a scientific field.
• Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment / Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Understanding of Quality Control testing techniques.
• Previous Biopharmaceutical Industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine investigational and validation testing on products.
• Provide support to regulatory inspections.
• Lead Quality Control investigations.

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Understanding of Quality Control testing techniques

Biopharmaceutical Industry experience

Education

Degree level/HND or equivalent in a scientific field

Job description

Specialist Quality Control (Analytical Molecular Bioassay)

Location: Speke Liverpool

This position will operate a 4 on 4 off, 12 hour days shift pattern.

Join us at AstraZeneca's Speke location in the UK, where we are committed to unlocking opportunities for lifelong learning and development. We are a team that never stands still, constantly growing our abilities, skills, and knowledge. Our work is inspiring and rewarding, influencing every part of the product lifecycle to deliver life-changing medicines.

At Speke, we research, develop, produce and distribute up to 20 million vaccine doses a year for the global market. Join us and be part of a community atmosphere where everyone feels welcome!

Accountabilities

As a Specialist Quality Control (AMB), you will conduct routine and non-routine investigational and validation testing on products in accordance with the appropriate cGXP procedures, GMP Compliance Rulebook, the Code of Conduct, quality manual and any other company policies. You will provide support to regulatory inspections, lead Quality Control investigations, update GMP documents within the appropriate system, and ensure the compliance of all laboratory procedures and personnel with Health & Safety Guidelines.

Essential skills/experience

• Qualified to degree level/HND or equivalent in a scientific field
• Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment / Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Understanding of Quality Control testing techniques
• Previous Biopharmaceutical Industry experience

At AstraZeneca, we take Quality seriously. We are always innovating, trialling the latest models and technologies to improve reliability and excellence in our processes. We are proactive, science-based, and solutions-oriented. Our focus is on scaling and introducing new technologies, using models to predict and proactively manage risk. We work cross-functionally, across sites and regionally, sharing expertise and offering support to others. We are strong communicators and networkers who take personal responsibility for the outcomes.

Join us at AstraZeneca's Operations team and pioneer a new Quality way. Develop your expertise by being both challenged and supported to apply a modern Quality mindset. It means taking accountability and making brave decisions. Whether that's reimagining the best way to respond to procedures and regulations, or pushing back when there's disagreement.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines!

Date Posted

27-Nov-2025

Closing Date

09-Dec-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.