Quality Control Laboratory Manager

RBW Consulting
Croydon
1 week ago
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QC Manager


I am partnered exclusively with an international advanced pharmaceutical company that are continuing to expand operations both in terms of product delivery and site presence across the UK.


This specific hire will take management and scheduling responsibilities for all site Quality Control (QC) activities with strong focus on method development oversight and team leadership. A strong focus on the full validation lifecycle from beginning to end is crucial in combination with solid regulatory understanding from an analytical chemistry perspective.


Whilst this will not be hands on day to day, given the size of the unit, you will need to be comfortable being in the laboratory and supporting the team, especially with out of specification challenges and development and validation activities.


If you are looking for a varied position that offers you a chance to make a real impact on your own site and play the key part in how the QC team delivers both now and for future growth plans, please apply below or contact Mark Bux-Ryan for further information.


Key experience:

  • Experienced QC/Analytical Chemistry manager or supervisor within a pharmaceutical GMP environment
  • Technical experience will include some of the following – HPLC, GC
  • Previous people management experience is essential
  • Excellent understanding of pharmacopoeia
  • Knowledge and experience of method validation activities from beginning to end


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