QC Associate

Lonza Group Ltd.; Geleen; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Geleen, The Netherlands, is seeking a QC Associate to support product release, environmental monitoring and raw materials testing within a GMP environment.

You will perform routine QC assays, document results and collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely release of materials and products. The role offers hands-on microbiology, analytical and cell-based testing experience, cross-functional teamwork and a demanding quality-focused

Qualifications

• MBO, HBO, BSc or MSc in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Sciences or another laboratory-related discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through work, internships or educational projects.
• Affinity with QC testing, microbiology, environmental monitoring or analytical techniques.
• GMP knowledge or experience is considered a strong advantage.
• Accurate and structured way of working with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Motivation to work in a fast-paced and highly regulated GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine QC activities and laboratory assays in support of product release and GMP operations.
• Execute environmental monitoring, microbiological, analytical or cell-based testing activities depending on the assigned QC area.
• Perform sampling activities for cleanrooms, utilities and/or incoming materials.
• Document, review and report test results in line with GMP and data integrity standards.
• Support laboratory equipment handling, sample management and shipment coordination where applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely processing, testing and release activities.
• Initiate and support quality events such as deviations, investigations, OOS results and related GMP records.

Skills

QC testing

Environmental monitoring

Microbiology

Analytical techniques

Cell-based assays

Documentation

English communication

Education

BSc in Biotechnology

MSc in Microbiology

Life Sciences degree

Job description

QC Associate Geleen, The Netherlands Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of. As a QC Associate, you perform quality control activities that support the release of manufacturing areas, incoming materials, utilities and products. Depending on your area of responsibility, you will contribute to Cell Therapy, Environmental Monitoring or Raw Materials testing within a GMP-regulated environment, helping ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance.

What you will get

• A diverse QC role with exposure to multiple laboratory and quality processes.
• The opportunity to build experience within Cell & Gene Therapy and GMP-regulated operations.
• Hands-on experience with microbiological, analytical and/or cell-based testing techniques.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality teams.
• A dynamic laboratory environment where quality, accuracy and teamwork are essential.
• The full-time annual base pay for this position in The Netherlands is expected to range between €32.250 and €45.150. Initial salary placement within this range will be determined based on role-related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.

What you will do

• Perform routine QC activities and laboratory assays in support of product release and GMP operations.
• Execute environmental monitoring, microbiological, analytical or cell-based testing activities depending on the assigned QC area.
• Perform sampling activities for cleanrooms, utilities and/or incoming materials.
• Document, review and report test results in line with GMP and data integrity standards.
• Support laboratory equipment handling, sample management and shipment coordination where applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely processing, testing and release activities.
• Initiate and support quality events such as deviations, investigations, OOS results and related GMP records.

What we are looking for

• MBO, HBO, BSc or MSc in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or another laboratory-related discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through work, internships or educational projects.
• Affinity with QC testing, microbiology, environmental monitoring, cell-based assays or analytical techniques.
• GMP knowledge or experience is considered a strong advantage.
• Accurate and structured way of working with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Motivation to work in a fast-paced and highly regulated GMP environment.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences?