Quality Assurance Specialist

Our client is a global provider of specialised storage and logistics solutions for the life sciences sector. They support pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research organisations by ensuring the secure management of high-value biological and pharmaceutical materials. Their services play a vital role in clinical trials, commercial drug development, and long-term sample preservation across a highly regulated and quality-driven environment.

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join their growing team in Schiphol-Rijk. In the role, you will be responsible for helping ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, industry, and related client requirements.

Job Profile for Quality Assurance Specialist

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Support the execution of validation and qualification
• Assist in maintaining validation documentation and records under supervision
• Support the review of validation, qualification, and verification documentation
• Perform Quality review and verification on incoming and outgoing shipments and associated paperwork
• Support the review and reconciliation of shipments as required
• Review equipment logbooks
• Assist during Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) and participate in investigations as assigned
• Review and update standard operating procedures
• Assists during on-site customer audits, supplier audits, and internal audits by gathering documentation
• Provide support to programs such as environmental monitoring, pest control, and equipment calibration/validation

Candidate Profile for Quality Assurance Specialist

• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken
• University/College degree (BA/BS in life sciences preferred) or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience working in a GxP-compliant facility
• Basic knowledge of ISO9001, Good Distribution Practices, Good Documentation Practises, cGMP, regulated Quality Management Systems
• Some experience assisting with validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and reviewing or interpreting validation data
• Foundational understanding of basic statistical analysis methods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload under supervision to meet timelines
• Demonstrates integrity and accountability in daily work
• Able to apply sound judgment and critical thinking to routine quality issues
• Proven ability to communicate with management and business leaders in a global operations setting

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards
• Travel reimbursement for commuting expenses
• Pension plan with Zwitserleven (4% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution)
• 25 vacation days per year (based on a 40-hour work week)
• Annual performance bonus of up to 10%, based on company and individual performance