Sr. QC associate

Geleen, Netherlands

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

As a Senior QC Associate, you play an important role in ensuring the quality and safety of products manufactured at our site. In this hands-on laboratory role, you perform quality control assays, support investigations and act as a reliable technical contact for specific tests, equipment or projects.

• An agile career in a dynamic GMP laboratory environment.

• The opportunity to work with advanced analytical techniques.

• Close collaboration with manufacturing, QA and cross-functional project teams.

• Opportunities to expand technical expertise and contribute to laboratory improvements.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• A variety of benefits depending on role and location.

• Plan and execute quality control assays for incoming materials, in-process samples and final products.

• Perform sampling, testing and documentation in accordance with GMP standards.

• Assess quality events and support investigations together with QC leadership.

• Write and review QC documentation such as SOPs, protocols and quality instructions.

• Act as a technical contact for specific projects, methods or non-routine activities.

• Support troubleshooting of analytical methods and laboratory equipment.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in QC or a related role within pharmaceutical, biotechnology or a similar regulated industry.

• Experience with analytical techniques is required, including hands-on experience with HPLC and/or cell culture; experience with additional techniques is a plus.

• Experience working in GMP-regulated laboratory environments.

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize work in a dynamic laboratory environment.

• Clear communication and technical writing skills in English.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.