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QC Microbiology Technician – Amsterdam

Posted on 31 October 2026

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Laurens Verheijden

Chemicals & QHSE advisor

l.verheijden@teamaxtreno.com

Carry out microbiological sampling, testing and release tests in Amsterdam. The role requires 1–5 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical/GMP environment and offers an attractive salary, flexible hours where possible and 30 days of annual leave.

The role

As a QC Microbiology Technician, you will work for our client company in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland. You will collect samples and conduct testing as part of environmental and utilities monitoring programmes. You will also test intermediates, drug substances and medicinal products using microbiological methods, and perform release testing of test materials.

Responsibilities

  • Take samples and test for bioburden and endotoxins in line with environmental and utilities monitoring programmes.
  • Test intermediates, drug substances and medicinal products using microbiological techniques, including bioburden, endotoxin and (viable) cell counts.
  • Perform release testing of test materials, such as Growth Promotion Testing.
  • Prepare quality documents, document deviations and review data.

What you bring

  • A bachelor's degree in life sciences, biotechnology or an equivalent qualification (MLO/HLO).
  • 1–5 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical/GMP environment.
  • Good spoken and written communication skills in Dutch and English.
  • An independent, structured and flexible approach to work.
  • Residence in the Netherlands and the right to work there, with a valid work permit.

What is offered

Our client company offers a challenging role in an international, professional and informal working environment.

  • An attractive salary, holiday allowance, commuting-cost reimbursement, participation in the success of the client company and a subsidised pension scheme.
  • Flexible working hours where possible and 30 days of annual leave.
  • Support for professional development and access to an online learning platform.
  • A diverse and inclusive culture with equal opportunities.

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