This is a QA Associate – Laboratory role focused on GMP quality oversight for the QC lab in Geel, with strong emphasis on deviations, investigations, CAPAs, data integrity, and release support.
Role overview
* Support QC laboratory activities from a quality assurance perspective.
* Ensure laboratory work stays compliant with cGMP and internal procedures.
* Help secure timely and reliable release of test results.
* Act as a bridge between laboratory, production, and quality teams.
Main responsibilities
* Perform QA oversight of QC laboratory operations.
* Do QA walk-throughs / check rounds in lab areas.
* Review and approve SOPs, work instructions, protocols, validation documents, and reports.
* Handle and follow up on Change Controls, Deviations, OOS/OOTs, and CAPAs.
* Review investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
* Track quality records to ensure proper closure and effectiveness.
* Support trending and identify recurring lab issues.
* Contribute to small improvement projects and quality initiatives.
Key requirements
* Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Bioengineering, or similar.
* Experience in QA, QC, or laboratory operations in a GMP pharmaceutical environment.
* Deviation handling is mandatory.
* Strong knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and data integrity.
* Good understanding of laboratory testing, qualification/validation, release, and distribution processes.
* Strong analytical thinking and risk-based decision making.
* Able to work independently and communicate well across teams.
Candidate fit in one line
* Best suited to someone with a strong GMP QC/QA background, especially someone who has handled lab deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and documentation review.