Associate Principal QA Specialist
Posted 5 days ago by Planet Pharma
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Associate Principal QA Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring GMP compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives within pharmaceutical or biotech environments. This position requires a dedicated professional with extensive experience in Quality Assurance to uphold global quality standards and regulatory expectations. The role offers an opportunity to work in a hybrid setting in Slough, UK, contributing to significant advancements in the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Champion GMP compliance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Serve as a critical QA Subject Matter Expert (SME) to ensure processes meet global quality standards.
- Conduct detailed data and documentation reviews, including raw data and validation reports.
- Perform audits, area walkthroughs, and maintain audit readiness.
- Influence and mentor colleagues while promoting a culture of quality.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience (5-10 years) in Quality Assurance within GMP-regulated environments.
- Extensive knowledge of GMP regulations, audits, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and investigations.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding organizational and planning skills to meet strict deadlines.
- Proficiency in conducting audits and maintaining audit readiness.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Slough
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Become a Leading Force in Quality Assurance as an Associate Principal QA Specialist
Are you passionate about maintaining the highest standards of quality in pharmaceutical or biotech environments? We’re seeking an experienced and dedicated Associate Principal QA Specialist to join a dynamic team committed to excellence. In this pivotal role, you will champion GMP compliance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as a critical QA SME, ensuring our processes meet global quality standards and regulatory expectations. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a hybrid work setting in Slough, UK, this is an exceptional opportunity to elevate your career and contribute to life-changing innovations.
Required Skills
- Proven experience (5-10 years) in Quality Assurance within GMP-regulated environments
- Extensive knowledge of GMP regulations, audits, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and investigations
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and mentor colleagues
- Outstanding organizational and planning skills to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to perform detailed data and documentation reviews, including raw data, validation reports, and protocols
- Proficiency in conducting audits, area walkthroughs, and maintaining audit readiness
Nice To Have Skills
- Experience supporting laboratory or manufacturing operations in a QA capacity
- Familiarity with MSAT, Development Services, and QC activities
- Knowledge of global regulatory standards and customer-specific quality requirements
- Prior experience supporting or leading continuous improvement initiatives
- Additional language skills or certifications relevant to GMP compliance
Preferred Education And Experience
- Degree in a Scientific Field (e.g., Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology)
- 5-10 years of QA experience in a regulated industry with a strong understanding of GMP processes
- Prior involvement in audits, validation, and site governance activities
Other Requirements
- Flexibility to provide out-of-hours QA support if needed
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid set-up, balancing onsite and remote responsibilities
- Commitment to maintaining and promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement
This is an outstanding chance to join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in quality standards. If you are a proactive QA specialist ready to lead and influence, we want to hear from you—apply now to contribute your expertise and grow your career with us!