Location: Loughborough, UK
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week, Monday – Friday, flexible working hours
Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Open To: Internal and External applicants welcome to apply
Ref No.: HRJOB11231
The Opportunity
Almac Pharma Services are looking to recruit a talented Lead Investigator within their Quality Assurance team at our Loughborough site.
The role of the Lead Investigator is to oversee and manage the timely investigation of deviations and CAPA’s. The successful candidate must ensure that investigations are performed and documented, with appropriate root cause determination and to ensure that CAPA actions are identified and implemented in line with procedural and regulatory expectations.
The post holder will also work to support the wider QA department with assistance in line the QA lead role. This includes representing QA on project calls, managing QMS records, batch review and release and ensuring site compliance.
Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.
What You Need To Be Successful
* Degree level qualification (or equivalent). Significant relevant work experience and knowledge may be considered in lieu of degree
* Industry experience within a Pharmaceutical GMP environment
* Previous experience within a role involving investigation, data analysis and narrative report compilation
Desirable Requirements
* Root Cause Analysis Training (Lean Six Sigma Qualification, 8D Problem Solving etc.)
* Knowledge on Root Cause Analysis technique
* Previous technical writing experience preferred
* Previous experience in supporting audits (customer and/or regulatory)
Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date: We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm (local time) on Wednesday 20th May 2026
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