Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Quality Assurance Officer to join our Pharmacy Aseptic and Production Services team. In this role, you will support the maintenance and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory standards, and Trust policies.
Your responsibilities will include document control, supporting investigations, contributing to audits, monitoring aseptic processes, and assisting with validation activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, collaboration, and working within a quality driven environment.
All staff take part in the Saturday morning, Bank Holiday and extended hours rotas. Part time working will be considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Quality Assurance Officer to join our Pharmacy Aseptic and Production Services team. In this role, you will support the maintenance and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory standards, and Trust policies.
Your responsibilities will include document control, supporting investigations, contributing to audits, monitoring aseptic processes, and assisting with validation activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, collaboration, and working within a quality driven environment.
All staff take part in the Saturday morning, Bank Holiday and extended hours rotas. Part time working will be considered.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent level of experience of GMP Quality Assurance / Quality Control.) OR Registered Pharmacy Technician in UK by GPhC OR Registered Science Technician (Apprenticeship Standard - Level 3 Diploma in the Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing) in UK by the Science Council
- Demonstrates times when able to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use initiative, but know their own limitations and professional boundaries
- Ability to use a range of information technology programmes effectively including Microsoft office programmes
- Good organisational skills and effective time management with the ability to prioritise workload appropriately
- Maintaining continuous professional development requirements or training portfolio
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong accurate communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work under accurately under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining required standards.
- Experience following SOPs and policies
- Numerate and literate e.g. GCSE in Maths and English A* to C or equivalent or IELTS test score 7 as required by GPhC if overseas candidate
Desirable
- Experience in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in relation to the production of sterile medicines
- Experience of developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies
- Experience in audits, validation, and quality preparation of guidelines & procedures and writing of reports
- Experience in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Experience in preparing and presenting at meetings.
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Change management
- Collaborative approach
- Communication
- Logical thinking
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent level of experience of GMP Quality Assurance / Quality Control.) OR Registered Pharmacy Technician in UK by GPhC OR Registered Science Technician (Apprenticeship Standard - Level 3 Diploma in the Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing) in UK by the Science Council
- Demonstrates times when able to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to use initiative, but know their own limitations and professional boundaries
- Ability to use a range of information technology programmes effectively including Microsoft office programmes
- Good organisational skills and effective time management with the ability to prioritise workload appropriately
- Maintaining continuous professional development requirements or training portfolio
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong accurate communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work under accurately under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining required standards.
- Experience following SOPs and policies
- Numerate and literate e.g. GCSE in Maths and English A* to C or equivalent or IELTS test score 7 as required by GPhC if overseas candidate
Desirable
- Experience in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in relation to the production of sterile medicines
- Experience of developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies
- Experience in audits, validation, and quality preparation of guidelines & procedures and writing of reports
- Experience in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Experience in preparing and presenting at meetings.
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Change management
- Collaborative approach
- Communication
- Logical thinking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
