About Direct Medics This year, we’re proud to celebrate our 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across both the public and private sectors in the UK and Ireland. Our long-standing reputation speaks to the trust and reliability we’ve built within the healthcare sector. Job Description Direct Medics are working with the Regional Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Service (RPQAS) to recruit a Band 5 Quality Assurance Analyst, on a 3 month contract initially starting ASAP. Full time hours (part time will also be considered) The post involves performing microbiological and analytical testing that includes chemical analyses, sterility testing, and environmental and product monitoring in accordance with the principles of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) and GCLP (Good Control Laboratory Practice) with knowledge of GMP and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). Key Skills Practical experience of pharmaceutical analytical techniques HPLC-UV, FTIR, UV spectroscopy, flame photometry and subvisible particle testing GxP experience and knowledge of data integrity Experience in troubleshooting analytical issues which may include out-of-specification investigations Practical microbiology experience Line management experience Requirements Degree in Chemistry, or equivalent science degree 2 years post graduate experience in a Pharmaceutical or Food Industry Quality Control Laboratory, or equivalent experience Knowledge of cGMP and GCLP gained through practical experience or post qualification training Right to live and work in the UK What We Offer Trusted Supplier: Placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across leading healthcare systems such as the NHS and HSE, covering a wide range of settings and specialties. Dedicated Recruitment Consultants : We provide one-to-one support from our recruitment specialists with in-depth local market knowledge. Comprehensive Compliance Assistance : Full guidance on documentation and ongoing regulatory requirements. FREE Accredited Training : Remain compliant and current with training delivered by our in-house experts. *Terms & Conditions apply Stay in the loop with all our internal job postings by registering for our new Direct Medics Connect service! By joining, you’ll be the first to hear about upcoming roles and remain part of our active talent pool. Register now on Connect! AH123ENG