(freelance) Quality Assurance Assistant

SolCur; Belgique; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Freelance assignment

Job summary

SolCur is seeking a freelance Quality Assurance Assistant to support day-to-day QA activities in a regulated life sciences environment. This role contributes to maintaining the Quality Management System and collaborating with internal and external partners.

The position involves document control, supplier management, training records, audits and CAPA follow-ups, with an emphasis on accuracy and traceability. English is required; Dutch/French are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Experience in Quality Assurance within pharma/biotech/medical devices.
• Good GMP knowledge and QMS understanding.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support creation and maintenance of quality documents (SOPs, templates).
• Ensure document control and traceability of records.
• Assist with deviations, CAPAs and audits.
• Support supplier qualification and supplier documentation.
• Maintain QA trackers and training records.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders on quality matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes.

Skills

QA processes

Documentation control

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

eQMS

Job description

The (freelance) Quality Assurance Assistant provides day-to-day support to the Quality Assurance team and contributes to the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. This freelance role involves supporting quality documentation, supplier management, training, audits and other QA activities within a regulated life sciences environment.

Main activities are:

• Support the creation, review, approval, distribution and maintenance of quality system documents, including SOPs, work instructions, specifications and templates.
• Ensure appropriate document control, archiving and traceability of quality records.
• Support the review of production, quality control and other GMP-related documentation.
• Assist with the follow-up of deviations, CAPAs and other quality-related actions.
• Support supplier qualification and supplier management activities.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of Quality Agreements and other supplier-related documentation.
• Maintain QA trackers, databases and quality records and ensure information is kept accurate and up to date.
• Support the administration and follow-up of employee training records and required quality training.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including audit preparation, documentation and follow-up of resulting actions.
• Support the QA team in maintaining inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners on quality-related matters.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry or another relevant scientific or technical field.
• Previous experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device or broader life sciences industry.
• Good knowledge of GMP and Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with quality documentation, deviations, CAPAs, audits and/or supplier quality is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage different priorities in a structured way.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and comfortable working with different internal and external stakeholders.
• Good written and spoken English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is considered an asset.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with an electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) is a plus.

What we offer:

• A freelance assignment within an innovative life sciences environment.
• The opportunity to work closely with an experienced Quality Assurance team and contribute to a broad range of QA activities.
• At SolCur, we see our freelancers as an integral part of our team. You will be included in our community and invited to SolCur events and other team initiatives, just like our internal consultants.
• A professional and personal collaboration with SolCur throughout the assignment.