Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Manager / Quality Assurance ManagerHave you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered.An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager to lead the development, compliance, and continuous improvement of a Quality Management System (QMS) within a scientific and regulatory environment, ensuring excellence and innovation across services.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Quality Systems Manager, Quality Lead, Quality Compliance Manager, Laboratory Quality Specialist, Senior Biomedical Scientist, QA Manager, Laboratory Quality Manager, Laboratory Compliance ManagerSALARY:Competitive + BenefitsLOCATION:Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East EnglandJOB TYPE:Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS:8:30 am5:00 pm, Monday to FridayJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager to take the lead in maintaining and enhancing the organisations Quality Management System in line with ISO 17043 standards.As a Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager you will drive regulatory compliance, audit programmes, and data-led improvements, ensuring operational quality across laboratory services.In this Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager role, youll support governance, analysis, and service excellenceworking closely with scientific teams to uphold high professional standards and embed a culture of continual improvement.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move?Apply Nowfor our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Manager include:Lead Quality Management System:Oversee implementation and compliance with ISO 17043 and related standardsDevelop Policies and Procedures:Design, monitor, and improve quality frameworks and governance processesConduct Audits and Reviews:Deliver audit schedules, data checks, and risk assessments with timely corrective actionsProvide Data Insights:Analyse statistical information to produce reports and key performance indicatorsSupport Service Users:Respond to quality enquiries, complaints, and incidents professionally and promptlyHost External Inspections:Coordinate visits, prepare responses, and manage follow-up actionsPromote Quality Culture:Mentor teams and encourage high standards, innovation, and collaborationManage Information Governance:Ensure data protection and GDPR compliance across all functionsDrive Continuous Improvement:Contribute to strategic planning and operational enhancementsLiaise with Suppliers:Oversee materials quality and tissue inventory managementCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSESSENTIALDegree in Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent qualification)Proven experience of working within a cellular pathology or clinical laboratory environmentExperience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO standards, and audit processesStrong IT and statistical analysis skills with excellent attention to detailProfessional registration (e.g., HCPC)Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide othersA collaborative approach with strong problem-solving and organisational skillsDESIRABLEPostgraduate qualification in Quality Management or equivalent specialist certificationExperience of hosting regulatory inspections or external auditsLeadership or management trainingStrong presentation, mentoring, and delegation skillsBENEFITS27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceAdditional day off for your birthdayUp to 2 wellbeing days per yearAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, health, and legal advice)Discounts via Perks at Workdiscounts on high street and online retailersCompany pension schemeSupportive, values-driven workplace with development opportunitiesINTERVIEW DATEShortlisted candidates must be available to interview onMonday 10 thNovember 2025.HOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P13953Full-Time, Permanent Scientific Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-10