Sterility Assurance Senior Expert

Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare SA; North East; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global biopharma company is seeking a Sterility Assurance Facility Manager to oversee sterility assurance projects within its Barnard Castle site. This critical role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effective implementation of contamination control strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field, significant experience in sterility assurance, and strong leadership skills. A hybrid working model is offered along with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus based on company performance

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Pension plan membership

Shares and savings programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in sterility assurance within the pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements around sterility assurance.
• Experience with industry standards like cGMP and ISO.

Responsibilities

• Lead sterility assurance projects ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure effective contamination control measures in facility operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sterility assurance programs.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field

Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology is preferred

Job description

Site Name: UK - County Durham - Barnard Castle

Posted Date: Jan 16 2026

GSK Barnard Castle is a key secondary manufacturing site and has invested heavily in industry 4.0 state of the art, bespoke equipment to support sustained new product introductions and volume increases, and as a key supplier of some of GSK’s blockbuster products, the site contributes revenues of ~$2Bn annually.

We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme.

We embrace modern work practises; our Performance with Choice programme offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work.

Discover more about our company wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage Life at GSK | GSK

The Sterility Assurance Facility Manager leads sterility assurance projects and has overall oversight of facilities within their areas of responsibility, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. This role drives contamination control strategies (CCS), ensures the implementation of sterility assurance measures across site facilities, and collaborates with operations to ensure the consistent application of sterility assurance requirements.

In this role you will…

• Lead sterility assurance projects to ensure contamination control strategies (CCS) are effectively implemented and aligned with site objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Provide overall oversight of facility operations, ensuring compliance with sterility assurance standards and contamination control measures.

• Drive the implementation of sterility assurance programmes across facilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams site and above site teams to ensure consistency and effectiveness.

• Ensure facilities are maintained and operated in alignment with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and contamination prevention principles.

• Collaborate with operations and quality teams to ensure contamination control measures are integrated effectively into manufacturing processes.

• Monitor performance metrics related to facility operations and contamination control, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Act as the primary point of contact for sterility assurance within facilities, representing the team during audits, inspections, and internal reviews.

• Contribute to the harmonisation and continuous improvement of sterility assurance practices across the organisation, sharing knowledge and best practices.

• Develop and deliver training programmes, ensuring staff understand and consistently apply sterility assurance and contamination control measures.

• Support the strategic planning and execution of facility upgrades or projects to optimise contamination control systems and ensure regulatory compliance.

Why you?

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field

• Significant experience in sterility assurance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry

• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements around sterility assurance and sterile manufacturing (e.g., FDA, MHRA, EMA) and industry standards (e.g., cGMP, ISO).

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong leadership and project management abilities.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• An advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field provides advanced knowledge of the scientific principles and methodologies that are crucial for ensuring product quality in the pharmaceutical industry.

Closing Date: 30th January 2026 (COB)

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.

When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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