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Accession Therapeutics Limited, a clinical-stage company located on the ARC North Business Park in Oxford, is seeking a full-time QA GCP Associate Director / Senior Manager (title depending on experience) to oversee and manage Clinical Quality Assurance activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), with the strategic foresight and vision required to lead and develop the Quality Assurance department, especially as the company navigates a changing industry landscape. Key Responsibilities • Implement and co-ordinate clinical QA activities to ensure compliance with GCP standards;, • Ensure all clinical trial activities adhere to GCP regulations and internal procedures;, • Develop and manage a risk-based audit programme, overseeing GCP audit activities internally, at vendors and at clinical sites;, • Supervise and provide oversight for clinical QA consultants and third-party organizations;, • Act as the Clinical QA Lead in preparation for regulatory inspections and manage post-inspection follow-up;, • Monitor and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the reporting of Quality Metrics;, • Undertake additional assignments, as directed by the Head of Quality and Strategy. Essential Qualifications and Skills • Extensive GCP QA experience and a thorough understanding of Clinical Trial Applications (CTAs) and Investigational New Drug Applications (INDs), • Expert knowledge of applicable regulations, • Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently, • Strong communication skills, • Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional project teams, • Exceptional attention to detail Person Specification • BSc degree or equivalent qualification, • At least 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance, specifically GCP, within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry. The position is primarily office-based, with some opportunity for remote work; occasional travel will also be required. Accession offers a good salary and company benefits including pension, private health insurance, life insurance and subsidized local gym membership. To apply for this position please send a letter of application (this Is essential) and a copy of your C.V. to joinus@accessiontherapeutics.com Any personal data that is sent in connection with applications will be used by us in accordance with our privacy policy https://www.accessiontherapeutics.com/recruitment-privacy-policy Accession Therapeutics Limited is an Equal Opportunities employer

Role: Senior EHS Business Partner Salary: £70,000 Location: Oxford Exclusive opportunity - Carriera Carriera is working exclusively with a world-leading scientific and technology institute to appoint experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Officers for a highly advanced pharmaceutical and biotechnology environment in Oxford. Our client is a mission-driven organisation focused on translating scientific discovery into real-world impact. Its multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, technologists, and innovators are addressing some of the most complex global challenges across health and medical science, food security, climate change, and advanced technologies. This is an organisation defined by ambition, pace, and purpose. We are seeking established EHS professionals to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a robust health, safety, and environmental strategy within a regulated, high-risk environment. This role offers genuine influence, visibility, and the opportunity to embed a culture of safety and continuous improvement at scale. The Role You will take a lead role in driving EHS compliance and best practice across laboratories, R&D, manufacturing, and facilities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Key responsibilities include: • Maintaining site-wide health and safety policies aligned with UK legislation and industry best practice (HSE, COSHH, MHRA, COMAH), • Leading and supporting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations across all operational areas, • Ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH regulations, • Partnering with QA, Facilities, Manufacturing, R&D, and HR to embed EHS into day-to-day operations and projects, • Delivering EHS training, inductions, and refresher programmes for employees and contractors, • Managing biological, chemical, radiological, and ergonomic risks typical of pharmaceutical and biotech environments, • Monitoring, reporting, and improving safety KPIs and performance metrics, • Supporting and representing the organisation during external audits and regulatory inspections (HSE, MHRA, Environment Agency), • Contributing to environmental and sustainability initiatives including waste management, energy efficiency, and permitting About You This role will suit a confident, hands-on EHS professional with experience operating in regulated, complex environments. Essential: • Formal qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent), • Minimum 5 years' experience in a health and safety leadership role within pharmaceutical, biotech, or similarly regulated industries, • Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and laboratory/manufacturing risk management, • Experience with biosafety and GM regulations Desirable: • Experience working in GxP environments and with regulatory frameworks (MHRA, EMA, FDA), • Exposure to environmental compliance and sustainability programmes Package & Benefits • Competitive salary + travel allowance + bonus, • Enhanced annual leave, • Pension, • Life assurance & income protection, • Private medical insurance, • Hospital cash plan, • Therapy and wellbeing services, • PerkBox benefits, • Electric car scheme Equal Opportunities Statement Carriera Limited is committed to promoting diversity and equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements to support your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies, we act as an Employment Agency; for temporary vacancies, we act as an Employment Business under the Conduct Regulations 2003. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and in accordance with our privacy policy, If you're an EHS professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a world-class scientific environment, please apply directly and Alex Harcombe from Carriera would welcome a confidential discussion.

QA & Test Engineer – Runtime Assurance Systems Location: Oxford 2-3 days / week (on-site at HQ) Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time About the company The company is a fast‑growing start‑up building the Trust Layer for physical AI and autonomous systems – next‑generation safety‑tech designed to unlock the true benefits of AI for humanity. Its software enables assured, trustworthy deployment of both traditional deterministic autonomy and AI‑driven control methods in safety‑critical environments, initially focused on aerospace and land domains. The organisation’s products are future‑focused, compliance‑ready and built from the ground up for safety‑critical applications. It aims to be a global leader in novel control assurance, pioneering trusted and ethical autonomy for humanity. Working culture The company is a fast‑growing start‑up with ambitious goals, and its culture reflects that. The team is motivated by building meaningful technology, solving hard problems and moving quickly together, embracing collaboration and change as part of start‑up life. Individuals thrive here if they enjoy taking ownership, wearing multiple hats and learning quickly, and are comfortable going beyond core hours when work demands it – not because it is expected every day, but because seeing progress matters. The organisation looks for people who want to be part of something being built from the ground up and who bring commitment, curiosity and teamwork to everything they do. The role The business is seeking an exceptional QA & Test Engineer to join the engineering team building cutting‑edge runtime assurance systems for AI and robotics applications. The role holder will play a vital part in developing and assuring safety‑critical embedded software components that underpin the safe and reliable operation of the company’s solutions. Reporting to the CTO, the QA & Test Engineer will lead the design, development and execution of test and verification activities for the runtime assurance platform across multiple hardware architectures and real‑time operating systems. The position combines hands‑on technical work with significant influence over QA processes, tooling and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities • Lead the design, development and implementation of embedded software for the runtime assurance platform across various hardware architectures and real‑time operating systems., • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations and best practices for safety‑critical software development, such as DO‑178C, ISO 26262 and IEC 61508., • Manage build configuration and CI/CD pipelines, using services such as Jenkins, CloudBuild or AWS CodePipeline., • Develop and maintain Software‑in‑the‑Loop and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop test environments, including automated deployment across multiple platforms., • Integrate performance testing techniques across multiple types of simulation (e.g. Gazebo, rosbag‑based workflows)., • Collaborate with hardware engineers, systems architects and AI/ML specialists to integrate embedded software and test frameworks into the overall system., • Participate in code reviews, performance optimisation and comprehensive testing (unit, integration and system level) to maintain high quality standards., • Develop, implement and execute test strategies and verification activities for safety‑critical software, including static and dynamic code analysis using tools such as Rapita RVS, LDRA, VectorCAST or Polyspace., • Define and maintain test cases, procedures and automation frameworks to ensure consistency and repeatability., • Support compliance with safety standards (e.g. DO‑178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508, DEF STAN 00‑55) through rigorous testing and documentation., • Lead defect reporting, tracking and resolution through structured QA processes, and prepare and present test results, coverage metrics and assurance evidence for internal and external reviews., • Contribute to continuous improvement of verification and validation processes, tools and best practices. Candidate profile • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience, with a strong focus on embedded systems QA and software development and/or testing., • Hands‑on experience in embedded software testing and QA, with a proven track record in delivering safety‑critical systems., • Solid understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile, Continuous Integration and Test‑Driven Development., • Experience with one or more CI/CD pipeline services (e.g. Jenkins, CloudBuild, AWS CodePipeline)., • Experience with infrastructure and automation techniques (e.g. bash, Python) and source control tools such as Git., • Experience with at least one automated test framework (e.g. pytest, GoogleTest/gtest)., • Experience developing and executing test strategies and verification activities for safety‑critical software, including static and dynamic analysis., • Strong problem‑solving, analytical and debugging skills., • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams. Rewards and benefits • Competitive compensation package, dependent on experience., • Salary sacrifice pension scheme with a 5% matched company contribution., • Generous holiday allowance., • EV car scheme and cycle‑to‑work scheme., • Additional benefits to be introduced as the company grows. Candidates will have the opportunity to join a team that is enabling a future in which AI is not only intelligent but also assured, safe and trustworthy.

Do you have a solid QA track record? Strong on Automation? A respected lead / mentor of juniors? Knowledgeable in the Microsoft stack especially Azure and Playwright? We are Preservica and we are changing the way organizations safeguard their digital information. Our projects are at the razor's edge of commercial software solutions addressing the need for smart digital preservation technologies. As a world-leader in digital preservation, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses, archives, libraries, museums and government organizations across the globe. To maintain our growth we believe in hiring strong technical talent and then supporting that talent to grow with us. The role: Working on Preserve365, our revolutionary Microsoft 365 Active Digital Preservation solution you will lead the technical direction of the automation framework and the overall efforts & output of the P365 QA team. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends deep technical involvement with coaching and strategic input into the continued evolution of our QA function. You'll own and shape the automation framework, develop and support a team of automation engineers, and work closely with engineering teams to strengthen quality across the organisation. You'll operate within agile, collaborative teams that value modern engineering practices, where the practical application of AI is actively encour...

Freelance Site Manager – Solar Installation Project (Oxford) Location: Oxford Project Start: 15/06/2026 Rhino Recruitment is working on behalf of a valued client to appoint an experienced Site Manager for an upcoming solar installation project based at a major automotive manufacturing facility in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Site Manager to take a lead role in overseeing site activity, quality assurance, and coordination of subcontractors on a technically straightforward but high-profile project. The Role Oversee site operations for a solar panel installation project Manage and coordinate subcontracted installation teams Ensure all works are carried out to required quality standards Conduct inspections and maintain QA records Use digital platforms for reporting and project tracking (Mondaydotcom / BIM360) Act as the senior on-site representative for the client Liaise with stakeholders and ensure smooth day-to-day site operations Requirements Valid SMSTS certification (essential) Valid CSCS Black Card/CSCS White Card (essential) Proven experience in a Site Manager or similar role Strong background in QA and inspection processes Comfortable using digital systems and reporting tools Experience in solar, M&E, or roofing projects (highly desirable) Strong communication and organisational skills * Ability to manage subcontrac...

Leading Utility SurveyorLocation: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 £50,000 per annum Benefits: Field work/ working awaysupplements, company credit card for expenses, daily allowance, and access to industry-leading datasets. Overtime for nights Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Are you a technical leader ready to transition into a strategic client-management and mentorship role? We are representing a Leading Specialist in the geophysical sector, renowned for delivering high-accuracy subsurface mapping. This is an opportunity to move beyond daily field operations and take ownership of the full project lifecycle, focusing on business growth, quality assurance, and the development of a high-performing technical team. The Opportunity Joining an elite Geophysics team, you will be instrumental in the end-to-end management of underground utility mapping projects. This role prioritizes business development and client relationship management, serving as the primary technical point of contact from initial inquiry to final delivery. You will lead the "post-process" phase, transforming massive datasets into strategic insights. Beyond project delivery, you will be the cornerstone of the departments Quality Assurance (QA) and Ment...

Leading Utility Surveyor Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum Benefits: Field work/ working away supplements, company credit card for expenses, daily allowance, and access to industry-leading datasets. Overtime for nights Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Are you a technical leader ready to transition into a strategic client-management and mentorship role? We are representing a Leading Specialist in the geophysical sector, renowned for delivering high-accuracy subsurface mapping. This is an opportunity to move beyond daily field operations and take ownership of the full project lifecycle, focusing on business growth, quality assurance, and the development of a high-performing technical team. The Opportunity Joining an elite Geophysics team, you will be instrumental in the end-to-end management of underground utility mapping projects. This role prioritizes business development and client relationship management, serving as the primary technical point of contact from initial inquiry to final delivery. You will lead the "post-process" phase, transforming massive datasets into strategic insights. Beyond project delivery, you will be the cornerstone of the department’s Quality Assurance (QA) and Mentorship programs, ensuring technical excellence across the junior surveying team. Technical & Leadership Essentials To be successful in this remit, you must demonstrate: * Qualifications: QCF ...

The Quality Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the company's products and services meet or exceed quality standards. This includes developing and implementing quality control procedures, conducting audits, and resolving quality issues. The Quality Coordinator also works with other departments. Training course Improvement technician Hours Mon-Thurs 8am – 5pm (half hour lunch) Fri 8am – 12.30pm 38.5 hours a week Duration 18 Months What you’ll do at work Conduct QA inspection at Goods Inwards Carry out defect analysis and produce reports of findings Deal with suppliers & Customers on Quality issues (Containment / 8D Log / Claim Form) Submit PPAP and sign PSW (Parts Submission Warrant) to customer requirements Assist line side at BMW as required with containment actions New product involvement– Feasibility check requirements Conduct internal product and process audits and internal system audits NCR (Non-Conformance Report) process Liaise with internal departments on quality issues (Lead weekly Quality meetings) Assist in the writing of procedures and work instructions Product knowledge requirements Carry out calibration tasks on equipment Deputise for the Quality Team leader Attend regular Quality meetings with Customers & Suppliers (Stakeholders) Reporting of KPIs for Quality Carry out any reasonable request made by the Quality Team Leader. ...

About this Role: An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Building Services Manager to join the project team working with this national main contractor on a number of schemes in Oxfordshire The role is to manage the MEP delivery for the region - This will include input to preconstruction, managing the MEP consultants through second stage design delivery, review and develop full scope of works, input to procurement of MEP sub-contractors, programming of works, management of site based installation including logistics, safety, quality and commissioning stages to handover. You will be responsible for all MEP services installation for various schemes, from preconstruction stages including input to tenders, attending client tender interviews and second stage design development, including review of design specifications, value engineering and clash detection, selection of sub-contractors, input to procurement, programming of works, technical support during the installation on site, QA, issue resolution, commissioning, handover and defects period.About the Company/Client/Project: The main contractor is a leading tier 2 main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in the healthcare sector, plus education - schools and universities, local authority, leisure, student accommodation, defence, retirement and commercial sectors. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: I...

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 8A Principal Radiotherapy Physicist to lead and contribute to projects and clinical work in Radiotherapy Physics.

The Vendor/Supplier QA Auditor role will support the quality oversight of external partners supporting R&D and regulated activities (e. Lead the end-to-end vendor lifecycle—due diligence, qualification, quality agreements, risk based monitoring, issue management, and continuous improvement—ensur

What you’ll be doing Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll be involved in: Leading by example as a senior, hands-on QA Engineer, carrying out functional, regression, integration and exploratory testing across software changes developed by the engineering team Providing day-to-day lead

Lead periodic vendor reviews (e. The Vendor/Supplier QA Auditor role will own the quality oversight of external partners supporting R&D and regulated activities (e. Lead the end-to-end vendor lifecycle—due diligence, qualification, quality agreements, risk based monitoring, issue management, and c

Sefton Council is looking for an experienced professional to lead thematic audits and ensure compliance with housing laws.

You will lead the end-to-end PV vendor lifecycle: defining qualification and risk-based oversight strategy, owning quality agreements, overseeing CAPAs, and driving issue management and continuous improvement, ensuring adherence to GVP, data integrity and applicable PV regulations. Establish vendor

Responsibilities include leading fit sessions and liaising with factories. A leading fashion brand is seeking a Senior Garment Technologist to join their team in London on a temporary basis.

As a Lead QA/QC Engineer you will, as part of a dedicated site quality and inspection team, be expected to co-ordinate the establishment and implementation of the Project quality plan, site inspection and test procedures of the subcontracted installation. The Lead QA/QC Engineer will be an exemplar

Hales Group is seeking a Care Quality Assurance Officer located in Grimsby.The role involves assessing care needs, creating care plans, and supporting the care team.Candidates must have experience in a care setting and hold relevant qualifications.The job offers excellent perks like paid holidays, p

A leading cleaning company in Greater London is seeking a supervisory cleaning professional to oversee teams, manage client interactions, and ensure top-notch service delivery.

High-visibility role with direct exposure to the COO and senior leadership, offering a rapid career trajectory into broader operational leadership. Manage and upskill a cross‑functional team, leading them through significant organizational change and operational transformation. Exceptional stakeho

Pearson is seeking a Standards Verifier to uphold the integrity of vocational qualifications.Responsibilities include ensuring assessments meet national standards, providing expert subject-specific support, and conducting centre visits.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality ass

The role requires leading a team in Quality Engineering, implementing automated testing, and collaborating with diverse clients.

Quality Assurance Senior Team Lead in Greater London, United Kingdom. In this pivotal role, you will set the QA strategy for the AML domain, manage a team of 20-40 members, and ensure compliance with AML regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of leadership experience and extensive k

Everest is seeking a Claims TPA Oversight Lead in London to ensure the performance and quality of Third Party Administrators (TPAs) managing claims across multiple business lines.

QA Ltd, located in Greater London, is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Writer to lead the development of high-quality tender responses for various UK Government Departments.

QA Supervisor for the nightshift to lead a team in ensuring food safety and quality.

BT Group is seeking a QA Engineering Principal to lead testing activities and manage customer relationships for Cyber Assurance.

Experienced and enthusiastic team leader, capable of motivating, inspiring and getting the best out of the team they lead. The Localisation QA Project Manager is responsible for delivering localisation QA testing on assigned projects, overseeing all phases of test to ensure timely, accurate, and hig

The role requires experience with automated testing, strong project management skills, and an understanding of best practices in QA engineering. You'll lead teams in executing testing strategies, execute automated tests, and improve engineering processes while working onsite five days a week. BT Gro

The National University Hospital in Greater London is looking for a Senior Cytotechnologist.Responsibilities include diagnosing gynae and non-gynae samples, supervising laboratory operations, and ensuring quality control.Candidates should possess a degree in Biological/Life Sciences and IAC certific

Here at Serco, we’re looking for a Senior QA Lead to shape and lead quality assurance across major programmes and customer engagements. Alongside this, you’ll lead and develop QA teams, embed modern testing practices, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation. Proven experience le

SEGA Europe Ltd in London is seeking a Localisation QA Project Manager responsible for overseeing localisation QA testing, ensuring high-quality outcomes on all assigned projects.

Training Qualifications UK is seeking an experienced Assessment Development Manager to lead the development of apprenticeship assessments and manage a team of assessment developers.

Hampshire Recruitment Group is seeking a Mechanical QA Supervisor to oversee quality assurance across 4 to 5 commercial sites in London, including hotels and restaurants. The ideal candidate will work closely with various managers to ensure that QA practices are maintained at the highest standards.

We’re hiring a QA Team Lead to build and lead a dedicated Product QA function from the ground up. Team building and leadership: Recruit, onboard, and lead a QA team of 3–4 QA engineers (manual, automated, and hybrid profiles); establish team rituals, development plans, and a culture of quality o

Poutrix is seeking an experienced Quality Coordinator for a significant data center construction project in Finland.The role involves daily oversight of electrical activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and assisting in commissioning protocols.The ideal candidate should be fluent in

CAPGEMINI is looking for an Automation Test Lead to join their Quality Engineering and Test Practice. Strong proficiency in automation testing and leadership skills are key.

RT Education is seeking an experienced Senior EHCP Writer / QA Lead to oversee the quality of EHCPs and support a dedicated team.

Dangote Industries Limited is looking for a Quality Assurance Senior Team Lead to set the QA strategy for sanctions. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement, and manage stakeholder relationships. The role requires 4+ years of leadership experience, str

Devonshire is seeking a Senior Automation Web QA Engineer in Greater London.

The role involves leading the quality function during an exciting growth phase and offers genuine long-term career progression to Director-level positions. The successful candidate will take ownership of the quality assurance function, manage a team of QA Engineers, and ensure compliance with AS9100

In this pivotal role, you will lead the QA team to ensure compliance with food safety standards, manage quality systems, and drive continuous improvement in quality assurance. This position requires a strong background in QA and technical leadership in a food manufacturing environment, along with ef

Rebel Recruitment Limited is seeking a Lead QA Engineer in Nottingham, with a focus on quality assurance and testing practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA engineering, proficiency in test automation frameworks such as Cypress and automated API testing, and a strong unde

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of QA experience, including 3 years in a leadership role. RE Partners Consulting is seeking a QA Lead to oversee the quality assurance process for IT projects in FX Risk and banking systems. The role requires leading a team of QA engine

Matchtech is seeking two Quality Engineers for the HS2 Project in Birmingham.The role requires at least 5 years of quality experience, ideally in the railway industry.You'll ensure that quality planning and controls meet required standards, support quality improvement initiatives, and act as a clien

The company offers a competitive package and benefits, with significant exposure to senior stakeholders in risk and credit leadership. This role involves leading quality assurance activities in credit risk, reviewing underwriting decisions, and enhancing governance across specialist lending portfoli

Albany Beck is looking for an experienced QA Lead to join their Technology team in London. In this role, you'll manage QA activities across FX and Capital Markets platforms while driving quality engineering best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong Financial Services background, hands-o

Harrison Scott Associates is seeking a skilled QA Specialist in the West Midlands.