GMP Quality Control Laboratory Analyst
Key Skills
Job Description
Company Our client is a large, highly regulated manufacturing organisation with a strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement. The site operates under strict GMP standards and supports the full product lifecycle, from routine testing through to release support and ongoing compliance. Job Description We are looking for a GMP Quality Control Laboratory Analyst to support routine laboratory testing for production, stability studies and batch release. The GMP Quality Control Laboratory Analyst will verify and report results, ensure accurate documentation, and help maintain high standards for data integrity and compliance in day-to-day QC operations. Responsibilities - Perform routine laboratory analyses to support production testing, stability programmes and batch release activities - Verify test results, record data accurately, and complete reports in line with GMP requirements - Identify, document and escalate deviations or atypical/out-of-specification results; support investigations and trend reviews - Contribute to test optimisation and continuous improvement activities (e.g., basic root-cause tools and tier updates) - Support change-related tasks as assigned and help update or create work instructions where needed - Assist with method transfers and validation work, following approved protocols - Support laboratory equipment activities such as cleaning, maintenance and calibration according to schedule; liaise with internal stakeholders and external parties when required - Coordinate priorities and progress with operational leadership and planning, and collaborate with Operations and QA during investigations - Participate in internal/external audits and follow up on observations appropriate to the role - Provide practical guidance to interns or new colleagues once fully trained and experienced in the activities Requirements - Native-level Dutch proficiency (required) - Vocational education (MBO level) in (Bio)Chemistry, Microbiology, or a comparable laboratory discipline - Practical experience in a GMP laboratory environment, including accurate documentation and compliance-driven working - Comfortable with routine testing, result verification, and basic data review/trending - Hands-on, quality-focused and detail-oriented; able to work independently and as part of a team - Basic Microsoft Office skills (email, Word, Excel) - Safety-first mindset and willingness to follow EHS requirements, including use of PPE and working in controlled environments when applicable Other Information This is an on-site position in the Netherlands, working in a regulated laboratory setting where strict adherence to GMP and data integrity is essential. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.
Core Responsibilities
Perform routine laboratory testing for production, stability studies, and batch release, while verifying results and maintaining accurate GMP-compliant records. Support investigations, continuous improvement, method transfer and validation, equipment upkeep, audits, and coordination with Operations, QA, and leadership.
Requirements
Requires native-level Dutch proficiency, MBO-level vocational education in (Bio)Chemistry, Microbiology, or a comparable laboratory discipline, and practical experience in a GMP laboratory. Candidates should be detail-oriented, quality- and safety-focused, capable of routine testing and basic data review, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively with basic Microsoft Office skills.
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