Senior Quality Operations Manager in Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh BioQuarter

Who are we?

We are RoslinCT, a world-leading cell and gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organisation creating cutting-edge therapies that change people’s lives. Collaborative, dedicated and talented people are the backbone of our culture, working both autonomously and in driven teams to make life-changing products utilising ground-breaking science.

Why join us?

• The opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company which is changing lives, giving you the skills and experience to develop your career.
• A generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
• 31 days of annual leave, plus 4 public holidays which increases with tenure.
• A competitive company pension scheme to help you save for the future.
• Group Life Cover – you are automatically covered for three times your basic salary to give you and your family peace of mind.
• Private healthcare and access to mental health/wellbeing support as your health and wellbeing means a lot to us.
• Flexible benefits such as retail discounts and access to the Cycle2Work scheme.

Your new role

The Senior Quality Operations Manager will be responsible for leading the Quality Operations team, who oversee operational activities within RoslinCT, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements. You’ll have prior experience leading a large Quality team, with a passion for ensuring workload is manageable and targets are consistently met and delivered on time. The successful applicant will be required to work closely with all departments in RoslinCT and deputise for the Head of QA when required.

Further responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide regular reports to RoslinCT’s management team identifying deficiencies in the QMS and advising on the necessary corrective action.
• Generate, review and analyse meaningful Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the team to highlight areas of improvement in the business.
• Ensure compliance is fully met across systems and procedures with UK, EU and US regulations and legislation for ATMPs and Stem Cell Manufacture. In addition, you’ll ensure compliance with the applicable HTA regulations and the requirements of the MHRA and FDA.
• Monitor and analyse quality metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement, liaising with applicable stakeholders to implement improvement initiatives.
• Make sure QA are effectively represented on all large RoslinCT technical projects.
• Lead on a program for auditing all internal operations and services used in processes, and lead on responses to third party audits.
• Professionally represent RoslinCT at conferences and business meetings.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current industry trends, standards and methodologies as it relates to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Provide QA review of protocols and participate on Operational Review Teams to identify operational risks and collaborate with study team in development of risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop risk-based audit plans for assigned programs, ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the plan, review audit reports, evaluate responses and CAPA plans in accordance with company standards and policies.
• Support and/or lead Regulatory and Client Audits.
• As required, lead quality issue investigations, root cause analysis and CAPA development and assist operational teams implementing corrective and preventive actions in support of compliance.
• Support in the implementation of continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Quality Assurance review of PQS documents; including but not limited to Master Batch Records, Protocols, SOPs and Quality Events.
• Analyse risk and propose remedial, corrective and/or preventive actions.
• Assist in preparation of budgeting and scheduling.
• People Management activities including Talent Acquisition/ Recruiting/Interviewing/ Selection/Onboarding and Performance Management (goals, monitoring, reviews).
• Monitoring /Supporting Employee Engagement and Retention and Succession Planning; Accomplishing staff results by communicating job expectations, planning, coaching, training and developing personal growth opportunities through IDPs.

About you

• Prior Senior Quality Management experience, with leadership skills within a large Quality team.
• Working knowledge of GMP and its application to cell therapy and biological products. You’ll also have working knowledge of sterile manufacturing, particularly with cell-based processing.
• An excellent understanding of biological systems. Ideally, you will also have scientific knowledge of cell therapies.
• Experience in using an electronic Quality Management System.
• Exceptional communication skills; particularly with colleagues and senior stakeholders.
• Takes responsibility and accountability for setting high standards, looking at the bigger picture to recognise the impact of actions.
• Ability to effectively manage and influence stakeholders and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a relevant life science subject or equivalent qualification.

Next Steps

If this sounds like you, then please hit ‘Apply’ now. We will ask you to upload your CV and complete a short application form detailing why you are interested and why we should hire you.

At RoslinCT, we’re all about inclusivity and creating a fair, welcoming workplace. Our goal is to make sure everyone knows they’re valued and encouraged to be themselves, whether they’re our employees, customers, or partners.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We treat all applicants fairly and don’t discriminate based on any protected characteristics. So, no matter who you are, we welcome your application with open arms.

If you’ve got any specific needs or concerns regarding accessibility during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at jobs@roslinct.com. We’re here to assist and make things as smooth as possible for you.