About this role
Automation Specialist Pharma (CSV-QA) - Laboratory, Engineering, Quality Assurance - Netherlands, Leiden - October 21, 2026 - Fulltime - BH-71509 - 4500-5000 Automation Specialist Pharma (CSV-QA) Leiden | Hybrid | Full-time | 1-year assignment Turn your automation expertise into reliable laboratory solutions. In this role, you'll combine hands-on technical work with non-conformance investigations to strengthen data integrity, resolve issues and keep pharmaceutical QC laboratories GMP-compliant.
What you'll do
- Lead non-conformance investigations, identify root causes and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Implement, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory systems, from analytical instruments to platforms connected to LIMS.
- Safeguard data integrity, maintain technical documentation and support GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
- Collaborate across teams on automation projects, continuous improvement and audit readiness.
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree (HBO) in Life Sciences, Computer Science or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- At least 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience with GMP and automation responsibilities, plus knowledge of QC compliance and FDA/EMA guidelines.
- Hands-on software development/programming experience and computerised system validation experience in a GxP environment.
- An analytical, proactive approach, strong documentation and planning skills, and the ability to work independently and across teams.
- Excellent written and spoken English; Dutch is a plus.
- Must reside within 60 km of Leiden.
- Candidates who do not have a valid work permit for the Netherlands will not be considered.
Preference: Laboratory experience, familiarity with systems such as Empower, LIMS or TrackWise, TECAN robotics, GAMP5, 21 CFR Part 11 or Lean/Six Sigma. Ready to put your technical and investigative skills to work? Lisette Spoelder Want to know more about the possibilities? Contact us. ...