QUALITY ASSISTANCE S.A.

What we do: Quality Assistance S.A. is a leading European Contract Research Organisation (CRO) specializing in providing comprehensive analytical services to the pharmaceutical industry. We support the development and marketing of innovative human medicinal products by delivering all analytical services required by EMA and FDA regulations. Our expertise covers non-clinical and clinical studies, including the design of customized solutions, development and validation of analytical methods, and conducting characterisation, stability, pharmacokinetic, biomarker, immunogenicity studies, and batch release testing. We focus on a wide range of products such as biotherapeutics, monoclonal antibodies, ADCs, new chemical entities, peptides, oligonucleotides, mRNA, viral vectors, vaccines, cell-based medicinal products, and nanomedicines.

Where we are located: Our headquarters and all laboratories are centrally located on one site at Technoparc de Thudinie 2, 6536 Donstiennes, Belgium.

Short history: Founded in 1982 by Philippe Draux and Philippe De Raeve, Quality Assistance has grown into a leader in analytical sciences with over 40 years of expertise. The company has established a unique market position by consolidating all its laboratories on a single site and employing highly qualified professionals.

Organization & culture: Quality Assistance employs approximately 250 highly skilled professionals. The company fosters a culture of innovation, quality, and compliance, operating under GMP, GLP, and GCLP/GCP standards. It is a private, independent company with a strong governance structure and an internal stock exchange system that allows employees to become shareholders, promoting engagement and shared success.