MSAT Analytical Scientist (F/M/X)

AMARIS GROUP SA; Geel; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Meal vouchers

Time savings account

Referral bonus

Job summary

AMARIS GROUP SA is seeking a scientifically driven expert to develop and validate analytical methods for mammalian cell culture processes. You will transfer methods from R&D to MSAT and to QC, design DoE studies, and ensure cGMP compliance while delivering robust data and technical reports.

You will lead method development, validation, and transfer projects across global biologics networks, with a strong emphasis on qPCR, ELISA, and protein characterization techniques.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in life sciences or related field.
• Proven hands-on qPCR and ELISA expertise for host cell impurity analysis.
• Experience in analytical method development, qualification, and validation.
• Familiarity with protein characterization techniques and blotting methods is a plus.
• Experience designing DoE studies for analytical assay qualification/validation and data interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and translating regulatory requirements into action plans.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and independent planning skills.
• Strong scientific writing for protocols and reports.
• Willingness to combine lab work with desk-based analysis.
• Fluent Dutch and English in writing and speaking.

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.
• Support method transfer to QC including troubleshooting and protocol/report prep.
• Design, develop, improve, and validate analytical methods for production processes.
• Independently design experiments and develop analytical studies.
• Prepare high-quality study protocols and reports.
• Maintain and communicate technical documentation and knowledge.
• 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

analytical method development

validation

DoE studies

cGMP knowledge

data analysis

scientific writing

Dutch & English

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.

Who are we?

Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:

Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!

Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!

Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.

We look forward to meeting you!