Contract Analytical Scientist: LC/Phys-Chem for Drugs

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Beerse; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Associate Scientist for Analytical Development in Belgium to support analytical method development for small molecules and new modalities, guiding methods from Phase 1 to filing. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and robust data generation.

The role emphasizes LC and physico-chemical characterization with experience in CDS (Empower/OpenLab) and software like Tiamo/Omnis. Fixed-term, 40 hours/week, until 1 December 2027.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry or a related scientific field, or a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3-years relevant industrial experience.
• General awareness of cGMP regulations and practical experience is considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of liquid chromatography (LC) and/or physico-chemical techniques (e.g., Karl Fischer, titration).
• Knowledge of chromatography data systems (CDS), more specifically Empower and/or OpenLab.
• Knowledge of physico-chemical methodology analysis software, e.g., Tiamo and/or Omnis.
• Maintain high-quality standards for experiments and take accountability for the experiments and results.
• Efficient and dynamic, with an ability to adapt to changing priorities in case of urgency.
• Customer-focused and results-driven.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.
• Independent and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis in support of product and process characterization, method development, validation, release, and stability, with a primary emphasis on liquid chromatography (LC) and physico-chemical characterization.
• Develop fit for purpose LC, and/or physico-chemical methods (e.g., Karl Fischer, titration), suitable to meet the Low-Level Reporting Threshold.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines, analytical methods and specifications, GMP and safety.
• Scientific evaluation of generated results.

Skills

Analytical method development

Liquid chromatography

Physico-chemical analysis

English proficiency

Team player

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's with 3 years industry experience

Tools

Empower

OpenLab

Tiamo

Omnis

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Associate Scientist for Analytical Development in Belgium to support analytical method development for small molecules and new modalities, guiding methods from Phase 1 to filing. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and robust data generation.

The role emphasizes LC and physico-chemical characterization with experience in CDS (Empower/OpenLab) and software like Tiamo/Omnis. Fixed-term, 40 hours/week, until 1 December 2027.