QA Associate Laboratory

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical organization, is seeking a professional to provide quality support for laboratory activities at a manufacturing site. The role ensures consistent compliance with quality standards, data integrity, and the timely release of test results through robust quality oversight.

• Provide QA oversight of QC laboratory operations to ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve GMP documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, protocols, and validation reports.
• Ensure change controls, deviations, OOS/OOT events, and CAPAs are handled in a timely and compliant manner.
• Perform QA walk-throughs and check rounds in laboratory areas to ensure adherence to data integrity principles.
• Assess root cause analyses for laboratory investigations and ensure that corrective actions are appropriate and sustainable.
• Support optimization initiatives and small-scale improvement projects within the quality and laboratory teams.
• Promote a strong quality mindset and compliance culture across the organization through proactive stakeholder collaboration.

• You have a Bachelor or Master degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• You bring experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or laboratory operations within a GMP-regulated environment.
• You possess experience with quality systems including deviation handling, change control, and CAPA.
• You have knowledge of cGMP standards and ICH guidelines.
• You bring a solid understanding of laboratory testing, documentation, and data integrity principles such as ALCOA+.
• You're a proactive professional with a solution-oriented mindset and strong analytical decision-making skills.
• You are fluent in English.

Nice to Haves

• Understanding of pharmaceutical qualification and validation processes.
• Experience with trending and identifying recurring issues within laboratory processes.

• Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
• Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
• Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
• Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
• Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
• Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
• Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
• Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
• Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.