Job Title: QA Operations Officer
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Type: 6-Month Contract (with view to permanent placement)
Industry: Biopharmaceuticals / Life Sciences
Overview:
An established biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Amsterdam is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Operations Officer to support Quality Assurance activities related to GMP production. This is a 6-month contract role with the strong possibility of extension or permanent employment based on performance and organizational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform day-to-day QA oversight of manufacturing and production operations to ensure compliance with GMP standards.
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Review and approve batch records, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
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Provide QA support during manufacturing, including on-the-floor presence and documentation oversight.
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Participate in investigations related to production deviations or out-of-specification results.
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Collaborate closely with Production, QC, and Engineering teams to ensure continuous quality improvement.
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Assist with internal and external audits and inspections.
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Support validation and qualification activities from a QA perspective.
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Maintain and update quality systems and ensure proper documentation practices are followed.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or related field.
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2+ years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment, preferably within the (bio)pharmaceutical industry.
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Solid understanding of GMP guidelines and QA processes.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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Proficiency in English (written and spoken); Dutch is a plus.
What We Offer:
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Opportunity to gain experience in a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
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Dynamic, international team environment.
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Competitive hourly/daily rate.
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Possibility to transition into a permanent role based on performance and business needs.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Asha Longman