Senior Quality Systems Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
The Company Our client is a global leader in advanced cell therapy, specializing in developing and delivering cutting-edge treatments for patients with serious illnesses. The organization operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and follows the highest GMP standards to ensure quality and safety. Job Description As a Senior Quality Systems Specialist, you will manage and improve GMP Quality Systems, focusing on Change Control, Deviations, CAPA and Material Review processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with EU GMP and ICH Q10, support audits and inspections, and drive continuous improvement across quality processes. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee key quality systems at the site level, including Change Control, Deviations, CAPA, and Material Review Board processes Deliver training on these systems and act as a backup chair for related governance meetings, such as the Change Control Review Board and Deviations Board Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality policies Support preparation for regulatory inspections and audits Maintain and approve cGMP documentation and ensure accuracy of the Quality Management System Review and approve change proposals, deviations, CAPA records, and other quality documents Track and report key metrics, supporting continuous improvement initiatives Requirements At least 3 years’ experience in Quality Assurance within a GMP environment (Drug Substance or Drug Product) Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, EU GMPs, and ICH Q10 standards Experience with Change Control, CAPA, Deviations, Internal Audits, and Material Review Boards Technical background in Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering, or similar discipline (Bachelor’s degree or higher) Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Power BI, Power Automate, and Quality Management Systems Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes Other Information Apply to our vacancy for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!
Core Responsibilities
Manage and improve site-level GMP quality systems, including change control, deviations, CAPA, and material review processes. Ensure regulatory compliance, support audits and inspections, maintain quality documentation, deliver training, report metrics, and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requires at least three years of Quality Assurance experience in a GMP environment and strong knowledge of GMP regulations, EU GMP, and ICH Q10. A bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical discipline, experience with core quality systems and audits, proficiency with specified office and quality tools, and knowledge of aseptic manufacturing are required.
About SIRE® Life Sciences 🧬
Industry: Biotechnology Research
Company size: 201-500 employees
SIRE® Life Sciences is the market-leading partner for Life Sciences consultancy, project management, and secondment services in the Netherlands. We specialize in connecting expert consultants and project managers with leading biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, clinical research, and food technology organizations. Our services include: - Life Sciences recruitment & executive search - Interim management & secondment - SOW-based project outsourcing & delivery - RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) - MSP workforce management & vendor-neutral solutions - GMP, GCP, GLP compliance staffing - Clinical research & regulatory affairs resourcing With 100,000+ professionals in our network and 25+ years of experience, SIRE® Life Sciences delivers measurable results for regulated organizations across the Netherlands and Europe. We work with pharma, biotech, medical device, CDMO, CRO, and food technology companies at every stage of the product lifecycle. What sets us apart: - Deep domain expertise in Life Sciences & regulated industries - Full compliance with GxP, ISO, WAADI, and Dutch labour law - Flexible engagement models: permanent, interim, project (SOW), and managed services - Proven delivery track record across Pharma, Biotech, MedTech & Food Science Based in Leiden Bio Science Park, Netherlands. www.sire-search.com