Quality Assurance Associate

Contract: 9-month initially, with possibility of extension Location: Fully on-site in Slough Company: A global pharmaceutical company Job Description Role Purpose & Scope Join the QA Operations Documentation Control Team, supporting quality assurance activities across the organization. The primary responsibility is to perform batch consolidation (auditing) for QC Biochemistry and QC Microbiology testing related to Drug Product (DP) and Drug Substance (DS). This role involves coordinating QC testing documentation and independently verifying that all required activities are completed and release specifications are met. Proactively issue GMP documents and labels to Manufacturing in line with scheduled timelines provided by internal departments. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information and maintain strong interdepartmental communication. Support continuous improvement initiatives within QA quality systems and processes. Identify and implement enhancements in safety, GMP compliance, and operational efficiency. Conduct batch consolidation for QC Biochemistry and Microbiology testing of DP and DS. Prepare documentation for audits and provide consolidated QC data during customer and regulatory inspections. Contribute to projects aimed at maintaining and improving QA systems. Apply quality procedures to identify non-conformances and assist in resolving issues. Issue approved GMP documents for Manufacturing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Print and verify labels for manufacturing use, including finished product labels. Issue GMP-compliant logbooks as required. Manage quality records such as Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, and Investigations. Author, review, and approve GMP documentation. Prioritize tasks to meet critical deadlines. Maintain training compliance, ensuring all required modules are completed before performing assigned duties. Perform additional tasks as required. Key Stakeholders Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance and Qualified Persons (QPs) Required Skills & Competencies Skills Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and database systems Strong verbal and written communication Risk-based decision-making capabilities Familiarity with Pharmaceutical Quality Systems (PQS) High attention to detail and accurate data entry Effective workload prioritization and scheduling Ability to meet strict deadlines Strong organizational and planning abilities Competencies Agility Learns from experience and adapts to change Embraces challenges and treats errors as growth opportunities Business Acumen Understands strategic goals and contributes to business success Makes informed decisions based on business knowledge Collaboration Actively participates in team efforts Shares knowledge and respects diverse perspectives Customer Focus Understands customer needs and acts on feedback Enhances customer satisfaction within role scope Driving Results Delivers goals consistently while monitoring KPIs Maintains quality standards and overcomes challenges Leadership Takes ownership of safety and personal development Fosters a positive and dependable team environment Qualifications Education Bachelor of Science (or equivalent experience) in Biology or a related field Experience Prior experience in QA and GMP environments Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills required

Location: Slough, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/26/2025