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Role Summary
NHS Lothian is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Manager to provide maternity cover within the Academic and Clinical Central Office for Research and Development (ACCORD), the joint NHS Lothian and University of Edinburgh office responsible for sponsorship and research governance.
About The Role
* Lead and deliver ACCORD’s quality management strategy and QA programme.
* Manage regulatory inspections and act as the primary sponsor QA contact.
* Provide expert regulatory and quality assurance advice across NHS Lothian and the University of Edinburgh.
* Line-manage QA staff and deliver specialist training (including GCP).
* Oversee audits, SOPs, risk assessment and continuous quality improvement activities.
What You’ll Bring
* Postgraduate qualification in a clinical or life sciences subject.
* Extensive knowledge of clinical research regulation and GCP.
* Proven experience in QA leadership, regulatory inspection readiness and quality systems.
* Strong communication, influencing and leadership skills.
Contract Details
* Temporary (12 month maternity cover)
* 36 hour working over 5 days per week (Mon-Fri)
* Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
* Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week in office
* Location: Usher Building, The University of Edinburgh, 5-7 Little France Road, Edinburgh BioQuarter- Gate 3, Edinburgh EH16 4UX
Contact Information
If you would like to know more about this role, please contact: Dr Heather Charles, Head of Research Governance
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