Stability Lead — Quality Control & Compliance

Argenta; Scotland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Argenta is seeking a Stability Lead to head the Stability function within Quality Control. You will design and manage stability studies, ensure proper storage conditions, and oversee data, documentation and reporting to GMP standards.

The role requires leadership in a laboratory setting, strong GMP knowledge, and experience with stability programmes, data review and cross-functional collaboration. A proactive, quality-driven mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• HNC or degree in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biology.
• Strong GMP knowledge and familiarity with global pharmaceutical regulations including stability guidance (ICH Q1).
• Demonstrated leadership in a laboratory/technical setting with team development.
• Experience with stability programmes: protocol design, storage conditions, and sample pulls.
• Ability to review data, guide analysts and communicate results clearly.
• Experience with documentation: SOPs, protocols, reports, and technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the stability function within Quality Control to ensure studies are designed and managed correctly.
• Oversee stability storage, chamber management, condition monitoring and excursions.
• Coordinate stability pulls and ensure traceability, receipt, and inventory control.
• Ensure timely planning, scheduling, and 12-week visibility with QC teams.
• Review, approve and trend stability data and reports.
• Close CAPAs, incidents, change controls and audits related to stability.

Skills

Leadership

Quality mindset

GMP knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Data integrity

Project planning

Mentoring

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

HNC or Degree in relevant scientific discipline

Tools

Chromatography systems/software

Office tools (Excel)

Job description

Argenta is seeking a Stability Lead to head the Stability function within Quality Control. You will design and manage stability studies, ensure proper storage conditions, and oversee data, documentation and reporting to GMP standards.

The role requires leadership in a laboratory setting, strong GMP knowledge, and experience with stability programmes, data review and cross-functional collaboration. A proactive, quality-driven mindset is essential.