Qualified Person (QP)

Major Accountabilities:      

• Responsible for the release of the radiopharmaceutical products manufactured on site. Partner with Supply Chain to ensure timely release in support of a reliable supply chain.
• Release of batch analysis in accordance with the relevant requirements and the European Union pharmaceutical regulation Directive 2001/83/EC for medicinal products for human use and the National law.
• Ensure that deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls and Product Quality Complaints are timely and properly investigated by providing quality, compliance and technical expertise such that the internal and external customer expectations are met.
• Ensure that deviations and complaints with potential impact on patient safety and/or product supply are properly handled and escalated.
• Responsible for the quality oversight for the operational activities on site. Support the quality oversight process of the operational activities by ensuring QA review (for example maintaining the validation/qualification status of the production site, equipment, training of personnel, and management of quality management system). Additionally, write, review and approve GMP documentation such as procedures, work instructions, protocols and reports.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for assigned Quality Processes. Be the SME during Health Authority inspections and other internal- or external audits.
• Maintenance of the Quality Manual including internal audits.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with Business and Quality partners to ensure alignment of objectives and results.
• Strengthen the quality culture in the supporting departments by providing coaching and/or training on cGMP requirements.
• Work in shifts or provide on-call support with the team to supervise the quality assurance and quality control activities. Replace the Quality Operations Manager in case of absence.

Essential requirements:

• Master’s degree in a scientific discipline. Pharmacy is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role or in a Quality Assurance position within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP requirements and applicable pharmaceutical regulations.
• Hands-on and proactive working style, with the ability to take ownership and drive tasks forward.
• Demonstrates an agile mindset by setting clear priorities, collaborating openly, and using feedback to drive continuous, step-by-step improvements, reflecting the core elements of Agile culture within the Dutch organization.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

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