MSAT Analytical Scientist (F/M/X)

MANTU GROUP SA; Geel; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Meal vouchers

Time savings account

Referral bonus

Job summary

Mantu Group SA is seeking an analytical scientist to advance qPCR and ELISA methods for host cell impurity analysis within a global biologics network. You will manage method transfers from R&D to MSAT, support QC handovers, and design robust experiments to ensure regulatory-compliant method performance.

You will independently develop and validate analytical methods for multiple production processes, produce protocols and reports, and contribute to data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on qPCR and ELISA expertise for host cell impurity analysis.
• Proven record in analytical method development, qualification and validation.
• Knowledge of protein characterization techniques like SDS-PAGE and blotting.
• Experience designing DoE studies with statistical analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of cGMP and translating regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as an expert in analytical qPCR and ELISA for host cell impurity analysis.
• Oversee handover of analytical methods from R&D to MSAT with documentation and training.
• Guide the transfer of validated methods to QC, including protocols and reports.
• Design, develop, and validate analytical methods for existing and new processes.
• Independent design of experiments and comprehensive analytical studies.
• Prepare high-quality study protocols and technical reports.
• Maintain critical technical documentation and communicate results.
• Perform data trending and monitor method performance.
• Conduct root cause investigations into analytical deviations.
• Present results in team meetings.
• Support small-scale laboratory testing activities.

Skills

qPCR & ELISA

DoE studies

cGMP & regulatory awareness

Analytical data interpretation

Technical writing

Dutch & English fluency

Education

PhD in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Western blotting

Southern blotting

Northern blotting

Job description

Join Amaris and contribute to analytical excellence within biopharmaceutical manufacturing. You will develop, improve, validate, and transfer analytical methods supporting mammalian cell culture-based processes across a global biologics network. The role covers a diverse portfolio of innovative therapies, including monoclonal antibodies, fusion proteins, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), synthorins, and nanobodies, with a focus on analytical quality, method performance, and manufacturing readiness.

Your Missions

• Act as an expert in analytical qPCR and ELISA, particularly for host cell impurity analysis.

• Manage the handover of analytical methods from Research and Development (R&D) to Manufacturing Science, Analytics and Technology (MSAT), ensuring comprehensive documentation, training, and knowledge transfer for successful implementation.

• Guide and support the transfer of validated qPCR and ELISA methods from MSAT to Quality Control (QC), including troubleshooting and the preparation of method transfer protocols and reports.

• Design, develop, improve, and validate analytical methods for existing and new production processes.

• Independently design experiments and develop comprehensive analytical studies.

• Prepare high-quality scientific and technical study protocols and reports.

• Maintain and communicate critical technical documentation and knowledge.

• Perform data trending and monitor analytical method performance to ensure reliability and effectiveness.

• Conduct root cause investigations into analytical deviations.

• Present scientific results and findings during team meetings.

• Support small-scale laboratory testing activities.

Your Profile

• PhD in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Strong hands-on expertise in qPCR and ELISA, particularly for host cell impurity analysis.

• Proven experience in analytical method development, qualification, and validation.

• Knowledge of protein characterization techniques, including SDS-PAGE and Western, Southern, or Northern blotting, is an asset.

• Experience designing and executing Design of Experiments (DoE) studies for analytical assay qualification and validation, including statistical analysis and interpretation of complex datasets.

• Excellent knowledge of cGMP and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into effective action plans.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently plan activities, manage multiple projects, critically interpret data, and draw scientifically sound conclusions.

• Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to prepare scientific protocols and reports.

• Willingness to combine laboratory work with desk-based analysis.

• Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

What We Offer

Joining Amaris isn’t about joining a company where you simply wait patiently for a vacancy to arise. It’s about becoming part of an environment where your performance directly drives your career progression.

Projects worth your time
18+ months on average, with major accounts (Orange, Sanofi, SNCF, CMA-CGM…) and the support of our internal Centers of Excellence. You get the depth, not just the breadth.

Real management support
1 manager for up to 18 consultants, structured project check-ins, and a direct line to HR every month through Express Yourself. Our teams average 3.3 years of tenure — proof that we build something that lasts.

A career that actually moves
70% of our managers started at entry level. Average age: 36. Here, trust comes before experience and merit drives progression — not seniority. Functional (4 areas of expertise) and geographic (60+ countries) mobility are actively encouraged.

Innovation, in practice
291 AI agents built in-house, 250+ training modules, Microsoft certifications fully funded. At Mantu, AI stands for Artificial Intelligence — and Augmented Impact.

CSR with real targets
SBTi carbon reduction roadmap, 32% women in management (target: 34.3% by 2029), social engagement through We Care Together.

Health insurance, remote work, meal vouchers, time savings account, referral bonus… We’ll talk about our full benefits package during our interviews.

Mantu is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.