Company Description

Eurofins is Testing for Life.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing, and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agro-science Contract Research services. Eurofins is also a market leader in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, and in the support of clinical studies, as well as in Biopharma Contract Development and Manufacturing. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. With 58,000 staff across a network of 900 laboratories in 54 countries, Eurofins' companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods. Eurofins Shares are listed on Euronext Paris Stock Exchange.
 

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions®

is a global, award-winning insourcing solution. We place our skilled team directly at the client site, managing operations seamlessly and eliminating complexities. We ensure a strategic, long-term service commitment that delivers value directly at the client' site, utilizing their facilities, equipment, and methodologies, while maintaining the same service, expertise, and cGMP compliance available at the Eurofins facility. If you're an employee seeking an exceptional career journey, Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions® is your gateway to a future where innovation, collaboration, and success converge. Join us in a world where excellence knows no boundaries!

Job Description

For our location in Leiden, we are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Scientist Analytical Chemistry to join the team. As Assistant Scientist Analytical Chemistry you will be responsible for preforming lab support activities including:

 

• Performing assays to support analytical development using techniques including: A280, SEC, cIEF, cSDS, and Excipients testing.
• Sample management services such as sample receipt, storage, disposal, and sample shipments.
• LC- Requalification, TOC monthly verification, cleaning validation and buffer preparation.
• Generating results data, analyses data, and review.
• Performing lab duty checks.
• Creating, adjusting, and maintaining documentation as required.
• Performing proceedings in laboratory and sample management areas according to relevant GMP documentation.
• Keeping equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies.
• Performing preventive maintenance if possible and organizing repairs if necessary.
• Recognizing obstacles and discussing problems with colleagues and supervisors.
• Following all safety, SOPs and documentation as required

Qualifications

• MBO or Bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, biomedicine, process technology (or equivalent).
• Starter/ 1-2 years' relevant work experience in a biotechnology or biopharmaceutical industry environment.
• Experience in a quality or GMP role in a cGMP environment is preferred.
• Experience with techniques, such as: A280, Sec, cIEF, cSDS, HPLC, MS, TOC, SDS-PAGE is preferred.
• Experience with buffer preparation is preferred.
• Strong communication skills. Dutch and English (Spoken/written); Daily communication language on location is English.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to strive in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Flexible and able to prioritize well.
• Accurate, and attention to detail.

Additional Information

PSS and Eurofins: A world of possibilities

Working at PSS means working with highly motivated people with a can-do mentality. Our people work in an international environment, within an enthusiastic team and for an organization where there is sufficient room to develop further. Working together is extremely important to us and having fun in what you do is part of that! Our monthly team lunches, team activities and the hand out of awards to our colleagues are an example of this. We also offer:

• A responsible and challenging position within the team.
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and input.
• Specialist training and a range of opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Good salary and benefits such as yearly bonus, cycling plan, discount on your fitness subscription, 31 vacation days, etc.

 

Working at PSS offers you the flexibility and personal touch of working in a medium sized and dynamic company, whilst also allowing you to benefit from having Eurofins as a parent company. Our ambitious growth plans provide ample opportunities for the motivated employees:

• Plenty of opportunities for growth.
• Varied work where you are in regular contact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group.
• A broad customer portfolio ensuring a lot of diversity in your work.

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Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.