Quality Assurance Lead
Core
Lead quality assurance and compliance initiatives across diverse scientific and operational teams within an accredited laboratory environment.
Role type
Senior Quality Assurance Lead (Scientific Operations)
Builds
Quality Management System (QMS), accredited testing frameworks, and operational processes for anti-doping and banned substance testing.
Domain
Life Sciences / Analytical Chemistry / Accredited Laboratory Services
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation expertise, Quality Management Systems (QMS) design, audit leadership, root cause analysis, corrective action management, risk assessment, change control, project management, eQMS implementation, process optimization, stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Digital quality tools (SharePoint), coaching senior leaders, translating complex compliance requirements into practical solutions
Technologies
eQMS, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Lead audits, root cause investigations, corrective actions, risk assessments, and change control activities; Deputise for the ISO 17025 Quality Manager; Interpret accreditation requirements and translate them into practical solutions; Support the development and optimisation of the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS); Coach and support colleagues at all levels.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence