Job Description:
Apply your GMP expertise where it matters most. Within Analytical Development, you independently execute critical quality control and stability studies supporting clinical and toxicological batches. Make an immediate impact within a driven, expanding team of analytical professionals.
As a Senior QC Technician, you strengthen the Testing Operations team within Strategic Operations. Working in a close-knit group of approximately twelve analysts, you secure reliable data and compliance for innovative pharmaceutical products. Leveraging your background, you uphold strict GMP standards and elevate routine testing workflows.
Your key responsibilities:
- Independently execute release and stability testing under GMP quality standards with a First-Time-Right mindset.
- Perform bio-analytical and physicochemical assays, including ELISA and (q)PCR.
- Apply chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and UPLC.
- Carry out cell culture activities, including cell passaging and seeding.
- Execute assay qualifications and validations within a GMP-qualified laboratory setting.
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Functie-eisen
- An MBO or HBO degree in a Life Sciences discipline (e.g., Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Analytical Chemistry). (Candidates with a Master’s degree are open to consideration provided there is a clear and sustained motivation for purely operational, routine bench work).
- A minimum of 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment (mandatory requirement).
- Practical experience with ELISA, (q)PCR, and/or HPLC/UPLC. Experience with cell culturing is a strong advantage.
- Languages: Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written). (Dutch is optional and not required)
Competenties
- Ownership & Initiative: Proactive mindset; you see what needs to be done and take responsibility for your tasks.
- Flexibility & Prioritization: Daily planning can shift; you keep a clear overview and prioritize effectively under pressure.
- Curiosity & Attention to Detail: Eager to learn new assays and committed to working with high accuracy and compliance
- Experience with assay qualifications/validations and laboratory management systems (e.g., LIMS) is a plus.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
- A contract for a year of 40 hours per week (with possibility tot extend)
- A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
- 25 holiday days.
- 8% Holiday Pay
- A travel allowance
- A good pension scheme
- Extra allowances for a home workplace budget
- A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program, and unlimited access to the Randstad Academy with over 3,000 courses and trainings
- Networking events and knowledge sessions,
This position has no work from home possibility. 100% on-site.
We make an CV shifting at thursday 29/10 end of day.
Please write a motivation with answering the following questions:
- How many years of demonstrable experience do you have working in a GMP-regulated laboratory, and which specific guidelines and documentation processes (such as Data Integrity, deviations/OOS) have you applied independently?
- Could you describe what a typical workday in a GMP laboratory looked like for you, and how you ensured that your documentation and working methods consistently met strict Data Integrity and GMP standards?
- What did you do when a calibration series or quality control (QC) fell outside the established acceptance criteria?
- Could you describe a situation where you took the initiative on your own to take on a task or resolve a bottleneck in the lab without being directly asked to do so?
- What is your current visa or residence status in the Netherlands (e.g., EU citizen, search year/orientation visa, or highly skilled migrant), and until what exact date is it valid?
- When can you start?
Bedrijfsinformatie
This international pharmaceutical and innovative healthcare company focuses on developing and delivering high-quality medical solutions and medicines. Within a dynamic, fast-changing campus environment, diverse disciplines and quality levels collaborate closely to translate scientific innovations into impactful healthcare. The organization upholds the highest standards for safety, health, environment, and quality (EHS&S and GMP). Driven by a strong quality mindset and continuous focus on process improvement, the company ensures a reliable and safe infrastructure where both internal experts and external facility partners collaborate to deliver sustainable, efficient campus facilities.
About the client:
You will work within the Analytical Development department of a leading pharmaceutical organization. The Testing Operations team (part of Strategic Operations) fosters a collaborative, quality-focused culture centered on professional standards and continuous improvement.
About Randstad Professional:
Randstad Professional acts as your career partner and mentor. We connect ambitious bachelor's and master's graduates with top-tier players across the Life Sciences industry. In addition to securing an assignment that aligns with your goals, we provide personalized coaching, active career guidance, and access to industry-specific training via the Randstad Academy to keep your career moving forward.
Good to know: You'll receive a WhatsApp message from us within 15 minutes of applying. We'll ask you a few short questions about your application to help you more quickly. Don't have WhatsApp? No problem! We'll contact you by phone or email.
Inclusiviteit en diversiteit
Uiteraard staat deze vacature open voor iedereen die zich hierin herkent. We geloven dat diverse teams van belang zijn voor ons als lerende organisatie, die voorop wil blijven lopen in de wereld van werk. Want juist verschillen tussen mensen zorgen voor groei. Van collega's, klanten, kandidaten en daarmee van Randstad Professional. Heb jij een uniek talent? We ontmoeten je graag.