QA and Compliance Associate

Scienceabode; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing pharmaceutical supplier is seeking a QA and Compliance Associate in Codford, Wiltshire. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards and managing overall Quality Management System activities. Candidates should have a relevant degree in a scientific field, with strong attention to detail and good knowledge of EU GMP standards. The position offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for senior QA role

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a science-related field.
• Knowledge of EU GMP standards and auditing experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication capacity.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation from third-party suppliers for compliance.
• Approve master documentation supporting batch certification.
• Conduct routine audits and evaluations of supplier performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biology

Job description

Overview

QA and Compliance Associate – Pharmaceuticals – Codford, Wiltshire

Smart4 Sciences is partnering with a fast-growing pharmaceutical supplier to recruit a QA and Compliance Associate. This role is ideal for someone ready to step into a start-up environment and immediately contribute by ensuring COMP compliance and inspection readiness across the Quality Management System (QMS). The position involves managing QMS activities such as deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and root cause analysis, as well as drafting and reviewing quality documentation including SOPs and batch manufacturing records (BMRs).

The Role

As Quality Assurance Officer, you will be responsible for assembling and reviewing documentation from third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with cGMP and relevant standards. The position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to critically assess technical data, reports, and process documentation within our electronic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Review quality-related activities from third-party suppliers, including technical product information, deviations, change notifications, and change controls.
• Approve master documentation to support the QP in batch certification of finished products.
• Conduct supplier qualification and routine performance evaluations, including audits, while contributing to continuous improvement of the site quality system.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality Control, Engineering, Warehousing, and Development laboratories to enhance supplier performance.

Essential

• A relevant degree level qualification or equivalent in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Biology
• Good knowledge of EU GMP with internal/external auditing experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• A flexible approach to changing priorities and workloads
• The ability to work using your own initiative or as part of a team.
• Able to perform investigations including root cause analysis
• Able to manage multiple projects and tasks at one time
• Highly motivated with a drive to succeed

Desirable

• Degree in a scientific discipline (Pharmaceutical Sciences preferred)
• Quality experience including deviations, complaints, CAPAs, and root cause analysis
• Experience supporting change control or continuous improvement projects

Why Apply?

• Broad quality exposure across manufacturing
• High level of ownership and responsibility
• Opportunity to develop into a senior QA role
• Supportive, collaborative QA team environment

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