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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Specialist Quality Assurance - **Company:** Johnson & Johnson - **Location:** Leiden, Netherlands - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** €3,192.0 - €5,118.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Document Management Systems, User-Centered Design - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://vacaturesinfarma.nl/job/johnson---johnson/associate-specialist-quality-assurance-5595a9cda5126 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree or higher in Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline. * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment within Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Manufacturing, or a related pharmaceutical/biotechnology function. * Strong understanding of GMP regulations, quality systems, batch release processes, change control, and compliance requirements. * Experience within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry; knowledge of gene therapy and biological products is considered an advantage. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. * Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with excellent written and verbal English; Dutch language skills are a plus., Accountability, Administrative Support, Compliance Management, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Execution Focus, Goal Attainment, Human-Centered Design, Internal Controls, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Report Writing ## Description The Associate Specialist QA serves as a quality subject matter expert responsible for ensuring GMP compliance throughout the introduction and lifecycle management of products within the manufacturing environment. Working closely with Operations, Quality Control, Engineering, and Development teams, the role supports quality systems, batch release activities, documentation management, change control processes, and compliance initiatives. The Associate Specialist QA plays a critical role in maintaining product quality, supporting regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a strong quality culture across the organization., * Perform electronic batch record reviews and support batch disposition activities in accordance with GMP requirements. * Review and release raw materials while maintaining accurate material master data within quality systems. * Assess, approve, and verify change controls to ensure compliance and effective implementation of process changes. * Review and approve GMP documents, including master batch records, validation reviews, and shipment-related documentation. * Prepare release packages for Qualified Persons (QP) and support product release processes. * Participate in local and global quality projects, support process optimization initiatives, and promote a culture of quality and compliance throughout the organization., Here's what you can expect: * Application review: We'll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role. * Getting to know you: If there's a good match, you'll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have. * Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step. * Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these. Finally, at the end of the process, we'll invite you to share feedback in a short survey - your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We're excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA, In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees' and companies' performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location's eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. 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