Rebecca Barrell Hicks
About Rebecca Barrell Hicks
Rebecca Barrell Hicks is a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, currently employed at Adaptimmune since 2021. She has held various roles at GSK and other companies, focusing on microbiology, quality assurance, and change management.
Work at Adaptimmune
Rebecca Barrell Hicks has been employed at Adaptimmune as a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations within the pharmaceutical industry. Her expertise in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and deviation management supports the organization's commitment to maintaining high-quality production processes.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Prior to her current position, Rebecca worked at GSK in various roles. She served as a Lead Microbiologist from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Microbiologist from 2017 to 2018, both in Ware, Hertfordshire. Additionally, she held the position of Laboratory Team Leader for 10 months in 2020. Earlier in her career, she worked at ITH Pharma as a Compounding Assistant from 2014 to 2015 and spent 11 years at IVS Group Ltd as a Manager from 2007 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca studied at Oxford Brookes University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in the pharmaceutical sector. She possesses skills in training and coaching, particularly in quality assurance, which enhances her contributions to her current role and previous positions.
Skills in Quality Assurance and Management
Rebecca has developed significant expertise in managing change controls and scheduling within a pharmaceutical setting. Her experience encompasses Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and deviation management, which are critical components of quality assurance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. These skills enable her to effectively oversee quality processes and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Early Education
Rebecca completed her early education at St James Catholic High School, where she achieved GCSE and A Levels from 2001 to 2007. This foundational education provided her with the necessary skills and knowledge that would later support her academic and professional pursuits in the field of biology and quality assurance.