Laboratory Manager, Clinical Safety Laboratory
This job has a closing date of 22 March 2026.
QPS is a global, full-service CRO providing discovery, preclinical, and clinical research services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide. At our Groningen site, we support a wide range of clinical research activities in a highly collaborative and regulated laboratory environment. The QPS Clinical Safety Laboratory is a specialized facility that ensures patient safety and data integrity in clinical trials. It provides, analyzes, and reports critical, protocol-driven data—such as hematology, biochemistry, and urinalysis—using high-throughput automated systems.
The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the leadership and day-to-day management of the Clinical Safety Laboratory in Groningen. This role combines people leadership, operational oversight, and hands-on safety laboratory expertise to ensure high-quality laboratory output, regulatory compliance, and strong support of client studies.
Reporting to the local Laboratory Director and working closely with site leadership, this position plays a key role in aligning laboratory operations with business needs while maintaining QPS global standards.
What you will do
Lead and manage daily operations of the Clinical Safety Laboratory, ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality delivery of services
Supervise, coach, and develop laboratory staff, including hiring, training, and performance management
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and safety requirements
Oversee laboratory systems, equipment maintenance, and implementation of new methods or services
Manage laboratory planning, budgeting input, and consumables in line with business needs
Act as a operational point of contact for study teams, project management, and site leadership
Review study protocols to identify laboratory requirements and support study readiness activities
Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support client interactions and contribute to sponsor satisfaction as needed
What you bring
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field
Working knowledge of GCP, and ISO15189 and clinical safety laboratory-related Dutch regulations
5 - 10 years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment, preferably within a clinical safety laboratory, CRO, or pharmaceutical settings
Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring laboratory staff
Strong working knowledge of laboratory quality systems and regulatory requirements
Strong organizational skills and clear communication style; must have business level English language skills and a minimum of B1 level of Dutch language skill
Why QPS Groningen?
QPS Groningen offers a close-knit, science-driven environment where your work has real impact. Our clinical teams support innovative clinical research for global pharmaceutical and biotech clients, while maintaining short communication lines, and strong collaboration. You will work at a well-established site with modern facilities, experienced colleagues, and the stability of a global CRO, combined with the agility and influence of a smaller, highly specialized team.
QPS Netherlands B.V., located in Groningen, is part of QPS Holdings LLC - a global contract research organization (CRO) providing discovery, preclinical, and clinical services to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. We support every step of the drug development journey with a strong commitment to quality and client success. If you want to shape the future of clinical research in Europe, lead a high-performing team, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today!
Vaccination Protocol
At QPS, we care about keeping our workplace healthy and safe. Our vaccination program, including Hepatitis B, helps support that goal. Participation may be required for some roles and is voluntary/encouraged for others. By applying, you acknowledge that you understand this policy as it relates to your role.