Head of QC and Warehouse
We are seeking a structured, development-oriented, and quality-driven Head of QC and Warehouse to lead and further strengthen our Quality Control function and GMP warehouse operations as Minerva Imaging continues to grow. This role combines strong scientific expertise with leadership responsibility with a strong focus on process optimization, operational development, and continuous improvement across QC and warehouse activities., ensuring full compliance with GMP requirements.
We are looking for a highly structured, detail-oriented and quality-focused leader who thrives in a GMP-regulated environment. You work systematically and compliance-driven, while also having a strong ability to identify opportunities for optimization and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability. You are motivated by creating robust processes, driving operational excellence, and ensuring that workflows support both compliance and business growth. You bring a strong leadership presence and communicate clearly and effectively, translating complex quality requirements into practical and workable solutions for your team, and report directly to the Head of CDMO.
You naturally take ownership and initiative, driving projects, improvements, and decision-making forward. With a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, you actively identify opportunities for development and continuous improvement.
At the same time, you build strong and trust-based relationships across the organization and with external partners, including customers and sponsors.
How you will make an impact:
- Lead and develop the QC function and GMP warehouse, including a team of scientists and laboratory technicians
- Ensure all QC and warehouse activities are compliant with GMP standards and regulatory requirements
- Maintain overall responsibility for QC quality systems, including deviations, CAPA, and change control
- Review and approve QC documentation and analytical data
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and release of materials within the GMP warehouse
- Drive process optimization and operational development initiatives, including implementation of new systems, digital tools, workflows, and continuous improvement projects
- Participate in audits and ensure audit readiness
- Oversee maintenance, qualification, and optimization of QC equipment and laboratory processes
To succeed in this role and contribute to the responsibilities described above, we imagine that you bring the following qualifications:
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5 years of GMP experience within a QC environment
- Proven leadership experience within QC, including people management
- Strong experience with process optimization, operational development, or continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated environment
- Hands-on experience with analytical methods and equipment (e.g., HPLC, GC, ICP-OES)
- Experience with method validation is required and microbiology experience is a strong advantage
- Relevant academic background (this could be MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or similar)
- Strong understanding of GMP processes, quality systems, and operational workflows
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Minerva offers:
We believe in creating an agile working environment, so we have flexible working options including the option of working from home. We care about our employees’ well-being and offer health insurance and a quality conscious lunch scheme and monthly social activities.
We are an informal organization with a strong focus on open and honest communication. We value humour and a natural care for one another.
Application:
Please submit your application to us no later than 01 of June 2026. The application must include a motivated cover letter and a CV addressing the listed qualifications. Applications will be evaluated continuously and we will hire the right candidate when found.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact either Head of QA, Annemette Sommer at +45 20606902/ ans@minervaimaging.com or Head of Production, Kent Dahm Nørgaard at +45 20648927/ ken@minervaimaging.com
About Minerva Imaging:
Minerva Imaging is a scientifically driven and integrated CRO and CDMO specialized in targeted radionuclide therapies. We focus on the use of advanced animal models within oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and in vivo molecular imaging for translational research and drug development.
We engage with our sponsors to understand their scientific questions and discuss how our methods and capabilities can provide answers. Our facility located in Ølstykke, Denmark offers best–in–industry fully integrated radiopharmaceutical research, drug development, and manufacturing services.
As part of Minerva Imaging's recruitment policy we expect all candidates to provide their personal criminal record.
Minerva Imaging is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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