Quercus laboratory is GMP-certified and we offer a wide range of analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. We also support our customers with QC related projects like stability studies, method development or validation, elemental impurity analysis, etc. Next to the chemical analytical team, we have an in-house GMP-certified microbiological laboratory.

The Quercus team consists of about 30 QC analysist and is growing. Our Lab is part of the QBD-group and has a healthy ambition to grow. In order to support and sustain our growth, we are looking for a Laboratory manager.

What do we expect from you as a Lab Manager?

• You are responsible for the operational organization of the QC laboratory
• You are involved in hiring of new lab analysts and you are responsible for their performance review
• You will work with the Planning Coordinator and QC Coordinators to organize an efficient planning, in terms of available resources and equipment
• You are the first point of contact for QC coordinators and lab analyst for day-to-day questions
• You will be involved in internal, operational improvement projects like 5S, planning optimalisation, internal reporting,…
• You work closely with our international customers when needed.
• You will work closely with the QA coordinator to follow-up quality related topic as OOS, Deviations, etc
• You assist the QA coordinator during customer quality audits
• You are the back-up of the Managing director in holiday periods
• Together with the Managing Director, the R&D Manager and the BD manager, you are part of the Quercus Management team. 

Who are we looking for?

• As a QC expert you have a scientific master’s degree (e.g. industrial pharmacist, biomedical sciences, bio-engineer, …) or equivalent through experience.
• You have a sound understanding of GMP requirements
• You have a good understanding of QC (quality control) processes and organisation
• You love working with people in a laboratory environment 
• You can motivate your team to get things done, you can be straightforward in a respectful way
• You have a critical mindset, excellent communications and organizational skills.
• You are a decision maker and born advisor 
• Like the rest of us, you are (Not too) serious: your job is serious, but you don’t take yourself too serious.

What’s in it for you? 

• We offer you an attractive and competitive salary package, that will be tailored to individual needs, considering legal requirements and local laws and regulations. 
• Join us to build a sustainable career, where job security is ensured, and lasting, meaningful connections are formed.
• Moreover, we aim to create a joyful working atmosphere where you dare to be and can be yourself. Because the best way to grow is by growing together as unique individuals.