Quality Operations Specialist

Slough
3 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Quality Manager

Technical Specialist

Customer Engagement Specialist - Fluent in French

Senior Customer Deployment Specialist

Head of Risk & Compliance

Head of Risk & Compliance

Are you an experienced Clinical Operations professional? Do you have experience writing SOP's in a clinical / quality related environment? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are recruiting for a Quality Operations Specialist to join a leading multinational biopharmaceutical client based in Berkshire.

The successful candidate will support the Head of Process Quality Excellence in developing and maintaining its clinical quality systems/procedures and ensuring quality and compliance risks are appropriately identified and mitigated.

Candidates will need experience and focus on GCP regulations and guidance.

This is a contract position, inside IR35, offered initially for 12 months on a hybrid basis. Minimum 2 days a week on site preferably Tues & Thurs but this can be flexible if needed.

Responsibilities:

Support the Head with quality and compliance infrastructure development, assist with creation/revision of appropriate quality and compliance policies, SOPs, processes, and best practices as needed.
Work in collaboration with Global Quality, Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs, strategic partners, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for ICH, GCP and relevant local and international regulations and to ensure inspection readiness.
Lead and drive inspection readiness activities across functions working closely with the relevant inspection teams.
Participate in audit and inspection planning with global quality.
Represent or ensure representation including preparation during audits/inspections / on-site by internal and external parties.
Support staff with audit/inspection responses, where required.Requirements:

8+ years of pharmaceutical experience, preferably in a global quality assurance or a clinical development setting.
In-depth experience of GCP including hands on experience in global GCP audits and/or inspections.
2+ years of experience in SOP writing essential.
Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How Many Medical Technology Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Medical Technology Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in medical technology, it can feel like the toolkit is endlessly long: imaging systems, data analysis software, regulatory platforms, testing frameworks, prototyping tools, CAD, quality management systems, signal processing libraries and more. Scroll job boards or LinkedIn, and it’s easy to think you need to know every tool under the sun just to secure an interview. Here’s the honest truth most hiring managers won’t explicitly tell you: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you understand the underlying principles and can apply the right tool in the right context to solve real problems. Tools matter — absolutely — but they are secondary to problem-solving ability, clinical awareness, engineering rigour and the ability to deliver safe, reliable solutions. So how many medical technology tools do you actually need to know to get a job? For most job seekers, the answer is far fewer than you think. This article explains what employers really want, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look confident, competent and end-game ready.

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Medical Technology Job Applications (UK Guide)

Medical technology (MedTech) is one of the most dynamic and high-impact sectors in the UK — spanning medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, AI-assisted systems, wearables, imaging, robotics and clinical software. At the same time, hiring managers are exceptionally selective because MedTech roles demand technical excellence, regulated safety awareness, clinical context and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Whether you’re applying for roles in R&D, engineering, quality & regulatory, clinical validation, product management or software development for medical systems, hiring managers don’t read every word of your CV. They scan it quickly — often deciding within the first 10–20 seconds whether to continue reading. This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in medical technology applications — and how you can make your CV, portfolio and cover letter stand out in the UK market.

The Skills Gap in Medical Technology Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Medical technology — also known as medtech — is transforming healthcare. Innovations in diagnostics, imaging, wearable sensors, robotics, telehealth, digital therapeutics and advanced prosthetics are improving outcomes and saving lives. As the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) modernises and a thriving life sciences sector expands, demand for medtech professionals is growing rapidly. Yet employers across the UK consistently report a frustrating problem: many graduates are not ready for real medtech jobs. Despite strong academic credentials, candidates often lack the practical, interdisciplinary skills needed to contribute effectively from day one. This is not a question of effort or intelligence. It is a widening skills gap between university education and the applied demands of medical technology roles. This article explores that gap in depth — what universities are teaching well, where programmes fall short, why the gap persists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge the divide to build thriving careers in medical technology.