QC Analyst - Life Sciences - M/F/X

About the role 

As QC Analyst, you will support laboratory operations focused on incoming materials and in-process samples. You will manage and test a range of primary and secondary components, as well as samples from in-process products, special tests, SQA, and MS&T. You will perform and document analytical measurements according to GLP and cGXP requirements while working in compliance with DI principles. The position combines hands-on laboratory work, data integrity responsibilities, and a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous inspection readiness.

Key responsibilities 

• Manage samples for incoming inspection, including primary and secondary components and materials from in-process products, special tests, SQA, and MS&T departments.
• Perform and document measurement tests on incoming and in-process samples in accordance with Good Laboratory
• Practices and applicable laboratory procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with and correctly apply the different measurement techniques used in the laboratory, ensuring consistent and reliable analytical results.
• Contribute to maintaining constant inspection readiness by following procedures, completing documentation accurately, and supporting audit-related activities when needed.
• Work according to established HSE safety procedures, detect and report potential incidents and risks, and propose practical solutions to reduce or eliminate these risks.
• Support laboratory investigations as required and, when assigned, take on responsibilities such as instrument owner, including being the point of contact for instrument issues and coordinating maintenance.
• Contribute to optimization projects related to laboratory operations, with focus on efficiency, quality, and data integrity, and support implementation of agreed improvements.
• Work to minimize lab errors, incidents, and invalid analyses due to human error, and support a culture of Right First Time (RFT) in both execution and documentation.
• Help keep IIA and WIP under control by understanding planning and priorities and acting accordingly to meet established deadlines without creating backlogs.

About you

• Practical experience or strong affinity with performing and documenting laboratory measurement tests in compliance with GLP requirements.
• Understanding of cGXP requirements and DI principles, with the ability to apply these consistently in daily laboratory work and documentation activities.
• Capability to become or act as SME (Subject Matter Expert) for specific analytical or measurement techniques and to support colleagues with technical questions.
• Strong focus on quality and accuracy, with the ability to work according to Right First Time (RFT) principles and minimize lab errors and invalid analyses.
• Awareness of HSE requirements and safe laboratory practices, including the ability to detect, report, and help resolve potential safety risks or incidents.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities such as instrument owner, On The Job Trainer, mentor, SOP reviewer using GdoC P software, archive owner, Data Integrity
• Expert/champion, or Safety Champion when assigned.
• !! Fluency in Dutch and English