(Junior) QC Officer

We are a dynamic and fast‑growing manufacturer in the medical device/pharmaceutical industry, specializing in high‑quality calcium phosphate ceramics used in Medical Devices and Excipients.

Operating under ISO 13485 and GMP, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and robust quality processes. To support our expanding Quality team, we are looking for a motivated (Junior) QC Officer who is eager to grow within a highly regulated and technical laboratory environment.

What you will be doing:

As a QC Officer, you play a key role in ensuring timely and compliant laboratory testing. You will work with raw materials, in‑process samples, finished goods, stability studies, and validation samples. The techniques available in the QC lab are XRD, FTIR, SEM, titration, ICP-MS, SEM, Particle Size Distribution by laser diffraction and sieving, and S-BET. Depending on your level (Junior/Medior), you will perform the following tasks with increasing autonomy:

• Receiving, logging, sampling, and storing materials

• Performing chemical and physical analyses

• Operating analytical instruments and preparing reagents

• Recording and reviewing data according to ALCOA+

• Supporting OOS/OOT investigations

• Executing calibration checks and maintaining lab equipment

• Assisting with method validation, method transfers, and stability studies

• Maintaining inspection‑ready documentation and supporting audits

• Contributing to continuous improvement and CAPA activities

Your Profile:

Junior QC Officer

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

• or MSc in Chemistry (no experience required)

• Basic knowledge or strong willingness to learn GMP/GLP

• Accurate, analytical, and eager to grow in laboratory skills

Medior QC Officer

• Bachelor’s degree + ≥3 years’ experience in analytical chemistry or QC

• or MSc + ≥1 year experience in analytical chemistry or QC

• Solid understanding of GMP requirements

• Confident with laboratory instrumentation and routine testing

• Strong analytical and documentation skills

What we offer:

• An annual salary tailored to your experience (34k to 39k)

• 27 holidays (216 hours) per year based on a full‑time contract

• 8% holiday allowance (paid in May)

• 4% Individual Choice Budget (e.g., additional leave, sports allowance, bicycle plan, or payout)

• Comprehensive onboarding and training

• A dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for development

• Exposure to advanced analytical methods and manufacturing processes

• A collaborative and ambitious team culture

• An inspiring and informal workplace on the Leiden Bio Science Park

• And yes, we celebrate successes together — with cake!

General qualities we value:

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong learning ability and proactive attitude

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Integrity and ownership of responsibilities

Interested?

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, or if you would like to ask a question, please reach out to our Human Resources department at: careers@cambioceramics.com.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a short motivation letter explaining why you are interested in this role.