Compliance Lead / a.i. (Deputy) Head of QC – Advanced Therapeutics
Leiden, Netherlands – Full-time, 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
Company Description
A pioneering company at the forefront of advanced therapeutics is seeking a highly experienced Compliance Lead to join their Analytical Development team in Leiden. Focused on developing next-generation treatments for unmet medical needs, the site supports early-phase clinical programs with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and regulatory excellence.
Department
The Quality Control Development (QCD) group is part of the Analytical Development department, responsible for ensuring high-quality, compliant lab operations across raw material inspection, environmental monitoring, outsourcing coordination, equipment qualification, and testing support for clinical products.
Job Description
As the Compliance Lead (also acting as Deputy Head of QC), you will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the quality systems supporting analytical and QC lab operations. This includes overseeing documentation and qualification processes, driving compliance strategy, and representing the QC team in site-wide governance and quality meetings. You will be the point of contact for regulatory compliance within the QCD Labs, advising on phase-appropriate GMP implementation, managing deviation workflows, and ensuring alignment with internal quality KPIs.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as deputy Head of QC, reviewing and approving qualification protocols and reports related to assay and equipment validation
Lead Compliance Focus Team meetings, tracking progress on nonconformances, CAPAs, and change controls (managed via Comet)
Advise on GMP implementation and contribute to SOP and procedural development
Support the drafting of nonconformances and follow-up actions as needed
Represent the QCD team in governance boards (e.g., GGB)
Uphold quality performance metrics and contribute to continuous improvement in documentation and system compliance
Essential Requirements:
Master’s degree in a life sciences discipline (or equivalent relevant experience)
Minimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
At least 5 years of GMP experience at a senior level
Proven experience in GMP compliance and quality systems management
Familiar with laboratory management systems and documentation review processes
Strong interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across teams and build stakeholder trust
Flexible, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset
Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus)
Additional Insights:
Location: Leiden, Netherlands – Hybrid Position
Contract Type: 6-month contract with high potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP (flexible depending on availability)
Language Requirements: English required; Dutch preferred
Interested?
Send your CV to Khanyi Mabena at k.mabena@panda-int.com or reach out directly at +31 2020 44502 to learn more.