This role is a 6 month contract From April to September 2026 Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary You will supervise the quality control cell culture team at our Belgium site. You will lead daily laboratory operations, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and support continuous improvement. You will work closely with QC, QA, manufacturing and support teams. We value clear communication, a coaching mindset, practical laboratory experience, and a focus on safety and quality. Join us to grow your leadership in a scientific environment where your work helps advance health through science, technology and shared talent. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: - Lead and coordinate daily activities of the cell culture QC team to meet testing schedules and quality expectations. - Ensure laboratory compliance with applicable quality systems, Good Manufacturing Practice principles, and site safety rules. - Manage documentation and quality processes such as deviations, corrective and preventive actions, and change controls. - Coach team members, support skill development, and maintain a positive, productive team environment. - Contribute to improvement projects, process digitization, and activities that increase efficiency and data quality. What we offer You will have clear responsibility and room to develop. You will work with experienced colleagues across functions. You will gain experience managing people, quality processes, and technical laboratory operations. Your role will make a meaningful contribution to projects that improve how we deliver high-quality results. Why You? This role is on-site at our Belgium location. Hybrid way of working is possible but needs to be discussed (maximum one day per week). Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology or related scientific field. - Proven experience working in a QC laboratory environment, ideally with cell culture activities. - Experience supervising or coaching laboratory staff. - Practical knowledge of quality documentation and processes (deviations, CAPA, change control). - Good understanding of laboratory equipment management and maintenance practices. - Fluent French and good level of English for written and spoken communication. Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: - Experience in pharmaceutical or vaccine-related quality control. - Practical knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) applied to QC laboratories. - Familiarity with laboratory information systems or electronic lab systems (LIMS, LES). - Experience supporting regulatory inspections or internal audits. - Demonstrated experience driving continuous improvement or lean projects. - Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work across multiple teams. How to apply If you are ready to lead a motivated team and grow your career in a collaborative scientific environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now and tell us how your experience and values align with this role. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusion in our workplace. Please take a copy of this job description, as it won't be available post closure of the advert. If you have a disability and require assistance during the course of the selection process, you will have the opportunity to let us know what specific assistance you require in order to make suitable arrangements. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. 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