QC Specialist - GMP Lab, Cell Therapy & Microbiology

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

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