CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We’re a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability.
Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the investment community to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative products.
From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, we turn the entrepreneurial spirit and radical thinking of our people and partners into incredible impact that makes our world a better place.
Quality is one of CPI’s core foundations, enabling us to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions that support our mission and long term business goals. We are looking for a Quality Specialist to join our team at the Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre, helping to embed Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and drive continual improvement across our Pharmaceutical Quality System.
In this varied and impactful role, you’ll support the development, implementation, and sustainability of our quality systems, ensuring alignment with GMP, Data Integrity principles, and regulatory expectations. You will work across a broad range of projects, technologies, and products, helping ensure the quality and reliability of everything we deliver.
Key tasks in the Quality Specialist role will include (but are not limited to the below):
Support the operation of the Quality Management System, including review and approval of deviations, change controls, OOS, CAPA, and action plans.
Author, review, and approve a range of GMP documentation - including SOPs, protocols, policies, and manufacturing documents.
Compile and review batch certification packs to ensure compliance with UK and EU GMP requirements.
Support technology and testing teams in resolving issues impacting product quality.
Participate in root cause analysis investigations and contribute to effective corrective and preventive actions.
Assist in internal and external audits, including writing reports and tracking CAPA.
Support supplier assessments, audits, technical quality agreements, and risk assessments.
Help develop quality metrics, monitor trends, and drive continual improvement initiatives.
Champion GMP and Data Integrity principles across all site activities.
Essential qualifications & experience
HNC/Foundation Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific or engineering discipline with significant industrial experience,
OR
Degree‑level qualification (or equivalent) with relevant industrial experience.Significant experience in GMP environments, with strong knowledge of quality systems.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience reviewing, implementing, and improving quality systems.
Ability to apply both theoretical and practical quality tools to real‑world operations.
Evidence of effective collaboration and knowledge‑sharing across teams.
Confidence making sound decisions within established quality frameworks.
Desirable
Chartered status with a relevant professional body.
Membership of a recognised professional organisation.
Experience with electronic/digital QMS or operational digital systems.
Knowledge of EU GMP Annexes 1, 2, 11, 13, and 15.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management System standards.
At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, this includes:
Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays – Plus a holiday purchasing scheme
Generous pension scheme
Life assurance and accident insurance schemes
Flexible working
Learning and Development Opportunities
Free parking
Find out more about our culture and benefits.