Your quality assurance and validation job questions, answered
What do quality assurance professionals do?
Quality assurance professionals ensure that all products being produced and prescribed are safe and adhere to strict safety regulations. Roles in this area require a close attention to detail, as you're responsible for making sure that all products are of the highest quality they can be.
Is demand high for quality assurance staff?
Yes. In fact, 92% of employers in life sciences experienced skills shortages over the last year, so they are very keen for new quality assurance professionals to join their teams. View our Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide for 2022 for more information.
How can I get a job in quality assurance?
There are many routes you can take to work within quality assurance, from securing specific qualifications and certifications to apprenticeships and special graduate schemes.
How much could I earn in quality assurance?
This can vary widely, depending on your area of specialism and level of seniority. The government website states that roles range from £23,000pa to £55,000pa, but as mentioned, this can change depending on your organisation, job title, and work itself.
Should I look for a permanent or contract quality assurance job?
That's entirely up to you. Contractors can typically take home more money than permanent staff due to often being compensated on a day-rate basis, but permanent staff have the security of a long-term job and income. There are positives and negatives to both.
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