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Job requirements
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Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Excellent communication skills
- Skills
In depth knowledge of quality management practices
- Skills
Knowledge of regulatory requirements relevant to Biobanks within the NHS
- Skills
Presentation skills
- Qualifications
Degree in life Sciences or equivalent theoretical knowledge
- Qualifications
Post graduate diploma or equivalent in relevant field
- Qualifications
Evidence of CPD
- Previous Experience
Proven quality management experience with good knowledge of management theory
- Previous Experience
Experience of carry out audits and CAPA planning
- Previous Experience
Experience of developing SOPs and quality assurance processes
- Additional Information
Flexible and positive approach
- Additional Information
Motivated and enthusiastic
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Previous Experience
Experience of UKAS accreditation assessment
- Previous Experience
Prior experience of working in a laboratory environment
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Quality Manager to join the expanding KHP Cancer Biobank in continuing to deliver a high-quality research service.
You'll be joining a recent UKAS ISO 20387:2018 Biobanking accredited facility with extensive sample collections and over twenty directly employed Biobank staff.
The role offers a variety of work including administering the quality management system, undertaking audits, overseeing completion of staff training, document management and some health and safety requirements.
You will have opportunity to lead on new initiatives to ensure compliance with UKAS accreditation and will report directly to the Biobank Operational Committee.
Main duties of the job
This is a specialized post, requiring a high level of knowledge relating to national and international legislation, regulations, management and conduct of biobanking. The post holder will implement and maintain quality systems to ISO accreditation standards and ensure compliance with Trust policy, regarding non-compliance and CAPA reports. Nurturing a team of over 20 staff, with varying levels of experience to maintain the required standards requires excellent communication, organisation and deployment skills.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for full details of the role.
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This advert is for Biobank Quality Manager with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Manager role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inc HCA. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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