QA Specialist Nijmegen • Panda International

QA Specialist Lead – Biopharmaceuticals (GMP / CMC)

Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands

Full-Time | Onsite | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a QA professional with a passion for innovation in biotech? Our client, an independent biopharmaceutical company based in the Netherlands, is on the cutting edge of cancer and autoimmune disease treatment. They’re expanding their Quality Assurance team and looking for a skilled QA Specialist to provide quality oversight in the development and manufacturing of clinical products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team at the forefront of science and compliance, working with monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) from early-stage development through to GMP manufacturing.

The Role

• Provide QA guidance and oversight throughout the production and testing of clinical-stage biopharmaceuticals.
• Represent QA in cross-functional CMC project teams.
• Review and approve technical and quality documentation.
• Support deviation management and change control processes.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and ensure GMP compliance.
• Report directly to the Head of QA.

Who We're Looking For

• MSc in Biotechnology or a related life sciences discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in biopharma development or manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of USP and DSP unit operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP regulations.
• Experience with aseptic processing and drug product manufacturing is a plus.
• Prior experience in a QA role is preferred.
• Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus).
• Strong communicator and natural team player.
• Risk-based mindset with a high degree of independence and ownership.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package.
• 30 days of annual leave (full-time basis).
• Pension scheme and wellness initiatives.
• Modern campus with advanced facilities in Nijmegen.
• A culture grounded in integrity, authenticity, quality, trust, and innovation.
• Opportunities to grow alongside one of Europe’s most forward-thinking biopharma companies.

Interested?

Let’s talk about your next step. Apply now or reach out directly to Aimee Brenner at a.brenner@panda to discuss this opportunity in more detail.