Senior Quality Assurance Executive c £38-£44k + Bonus + Benefits South East( 6 to 12 month contract) AF\016241 An experienced quality assurance executive is urgently required to facilitate and provide direction to quality project plans across the R&D function of a global company. As quality executive in a company that provides a whole spectrum of scientific fields including molecular biology, toxicology and chemistry you will be responsible for quality assurance issues and compliance for quality computer systems, data and document management, laboratory systems, change control, audits, investigations, commitments and quality agreements. You will be instrumental as part of a team in setting the quality standards for the company and promoting a culture of quality best practice across all research activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure the quality management system is designed, implemented and operated to meet R&D business needs. Support the development of best practices for elements of the Quality system across R&D to provide greater efficiency and effectiveness. Make decisions based on data interpretation to address problems or set direction for best practices. Support the design and management of training and documentation programs that provides a pragmatic and consistent approach across R&D operations. Formal project management of quality systems that includes long term team activities/commitments. Provide advice/consultancy (mentoring / coaching) on key quality subjects and issues that give direction and resolution to project teams/functions. Lead projects on applicable quality topics so that the quality function is seen as driving and delivering on R&D business needs. Develop relationships with members of external experts/bodies (Regulatory agencies/scientific groups) in order to benchmark and improve R&D Quality system. Identify new technologies/or adapt existing ones that can be used to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Quality systems. Must be based on objective evidence and recommendations. Formal project management skills enable successful implementation of Quality standards/systems across R&D. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: A degree level or equivalent qualifications in a life science/chemistry or quality/project management/business related discipline is preferred. · Quality management experience in the fields of regulated pharmaceutical ingredients or medical devices (desirable) but food or environmental backgrounds could be considered within an R&D environment or a Contract Research Organisation (CRO). · Experience with establishment of policies, procedures, and processes. · Basic computer skills & relevant software packages (e.g. Document management / training).Experience in working across multiple functions/projects is preferred. · Applied knowledge in GMP/ISO 9000/ISO 17025. 35 hours per week. Full Time. Contract Closing Date Friday 20th July 2012 Benefits Package Includes Pension, Bonus, 5 weeks holiday (pro rata), Share save and share reward schemes, Accident and medical insurance, subsidised catering. TO APPLY: Please contact Alison Fisher (T: 0207 421 5200 / +44 (0)7814 547440) directly, outlining your particular skills, experience and relevance to this post (AF\016241). Alternatively, email alison.fisher@hs-scientific.co.uk