The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Manager to provide strategic leadership for quality assurance and support the delivery of high-quality clinical research.
About the role
In this role, you will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of OVG's Quality Management System (QMS), quality policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and wider quality frameworks that underpin OVG’s research portfolio. You will provide strategic quality oversight across the clinical trial portfolio, lead risk-based quality assurance activities including audits, quality metrics and governance processes, and oversee the management of quality incidents, non-compliances and CAPA. You will also provide expert advice on regulatory compliance, inspection readiness and quality-related risk, while promoting a culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
OVG has a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit and is a recognised centre of excellence in vaccine research for both adult and paediatric populations. Based at the Churchill Hospital, our mission is to reduce the global burden of death and disability from infectious diseases. Working closely with an embedded laboratory team and international collaborators, we conduct studies spanning the full vaccine development pathway - from early preclinical research to late-stage post-licensure trials.
You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.
This post is full-time for two years in the first instance, with any extension subject to the availability of external funding. The successful postholder will be required to work on-site. Home working may be possible in certain circumstances and with prior approval.
About the department
The Department of Paediatrics is committed to equality and valuing diversity. The Department of Paediatrics has been honoured with the Athena Swan Gold award, a national gender equality charter, recognising the Department's innovative policies and practices. We are committed to the professional development of our staff by providing up to ten paid days annually for skill enhancement and allowing applications for additional training funding. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking department.
We welcome new staff with ideas who are willing to shape the future of the department that thinks about its staff and wellbeing. In addition to the University of Oxford healthcare and wellbeing resources, the Department of Paediatrics sponsors weekly exercise classes such as yoga and bootcamp sessions as well as a choir. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial assistance towards visa renewal fees. These activities are designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing among staff members.
Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.
About you
The successful candidate will hold a BSc or equivalent experience relevant to the role. Expert knowledge of ICH GCP, applicable UK clinical trial legislation, research governance, and data integrity is essential, as is substantial experience in a senior Quality Assurance role within a regulated clinical research environment. You will bring significant experience of risk-based audit and quality assurance programmes, inspection readiness and CAPA management, alongside excellent analytical, communication, influencing and organisational skills. Experience of leading, developing and managing staff is also required.
Application process
You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. Your application will not be processed if you do not include both documents.
The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.
To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Karen Melham, Quality Assurance and Compliance Director, using the contact details below.
Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on Friday 18th September 2026 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.
The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at that stage.
