Senior Quality Control Specialist

Scienceabode; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Oxford is seeking a Senior Quality Control Specialist to oversee daily QC operations and ensure compliance with cGMP standards. This role involves leading a quality control team, managing quality incidents, and conducting thorough investigations. Candidates should possess a scientific degree and extensive experience in quality control laboratory environments. If you are passionate about quality assurance and ready to make a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.
• Independent work experience in a cGMP QC laboratory.
• Proven capability in leading investigations and delivering effective CAPAs.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC laboratory activities and ensure timely testing and documentation.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for assigned methods, products, and equipment.
• Manage deviations and conduct root-cause analyses.

Skills

Strong experience in a cGMP QC laboratory environment

Excellent knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice

Strong communication skills

Exceptional planning and organization

Education

Degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Waters Empower

Job description

Senior Quality Control Specialist / QC Specialist

Location: Oxford, UK
Department: Quality, Quality Control
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client, a pharmaceutical company, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Quality Control Specialist to join their vibrant Quality Control team in Oxford! This hands‑on senior laboratory position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about ensuring the highest quality standards.

About the Role:
As a Senior Quality Control Specialist, you will lead daily QC operations, act as a subject matter expert, and drive excellence in cGMP compliance, data integrity, and meticulous documentation. Your expertise will play a critical role in supporting routine testing of incoming materials and finished products while contributing to exciting new product development initiatives!

Key Responsibilities:

• QC Operations and Delivery: Lead the execution of QC laboratory activities, ensuring timely testing and documentation. Generate high‑quality results using approved procedures and validated systems.
• Technical Leadership and Compliance: Serve as a subject‑matter expert for assigned methods, products, and equipment; ensure compliance with cGMP, data integrity principles, and organizational procedures.
• Quality System Ownership: Manage deviations and incidents, conduct root‑cause analyses, implement effective CAPAs; own and coordinate out‑of‑specification (OOS) and out‑of‑trend (OOT) investigations.
• Training, Coaching, and Leadership: Lead onboarding and continuous trainingформ for QC personnel, fostering a culture of excellence; deliver refresher training on cGMP, data integrity, and investigation quality tailored to trends and findings.
• Validation, Equipment, and Audits: Support method verification and validation, oversee equipment qualification and maintenance; host and facilitate internal, external, and regulatory audits with confidence.

Requirements:

• Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.
• Strong experience in a cGMP QC laboratory environment, with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Documentation Practice.
• Proven capability in leading investigations and delivering effective CAPAs.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional planning and organization, with the ability to prioritize workloads.

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of Waters Empower (HPLC په and broader chromatography experience.
• Experience in method validation/verification and equipment qualification.
• Confidence in hosting audits and presenting QC data clearly.

The offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• A varied role with real ownership, impact, and opportunities for development within the Quality team and beyond!

If you're ready to embrace a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we want to hear from you! Join our client's journey towards excellence in quality control and make a tangible difference in the industry.

Apply today and be part of a team that values your expertise and enthusiasm!

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