Job Title: Quality Assistant – Medical Molecular Diagnostics
Location: Micropathology Ltd, Coventry
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: October 2026
About Us
Micropathology Ltd is a rapid turnaround medical molecular diagnostics company that serves both the NHS and private clinics. As an ISO15189:2022 accredited diagnostics laboratory, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative diagnostic molecular testing. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a committed and detail-driven Quality Assistant to join our team and ensure that our services consistently meet accreditation and regulatory standards.
Role Overview
The Quality Assistant will have a role in the day-to-day organisation of our Quality Management System (QMS) and will have an active role in the ongoing improvement of our QMS, ensuring full compliance with ISO 15189:2022 accreditation standards. This role is central to maintaining excellence across our diagnostic operations and requires a proactive individual who is passionate about quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the maintenance of the Quality Management System in line with ISO 15189:2022 requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across laboratory processes and workflows.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including accreditation assessments.
- Ensure timely completion of documentation related to the QMS.
- Monitor quality indicators and prepare reports for senior management.
- Foster a culture of quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in relevant scientific discipline (or higher).
- Demonstrable experience working within a quality team within a clinical, laboratory, or diagnostic environment.
- Passionate about compliance and quality assurance.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision and consistently meet deadlines.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience working to ISO 15189:2012/2022 accreditation standards
- Experience within molecular diagnostics or similar highly regulated laboratory settings.
- Strong problem-solving ability and a continuous-improvement mindset.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements within medical or clinical diagnostics.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a hand written cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
Work Location: In person
