Technician I

Radiometer; Vlaams-Brabant; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) in Leuven, Belgium, is seeking a Technician II for the plate-based synthesis team. This on-site role supports oligonucleotide production, including maintenance, inventory and record-keeping, reporting to the supervisor.

The position requires a high school degree, English fluency, Dutch as a plus, and the ability to multi-task with punctual, accurate work habits.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent in science-related fields preferred.
• First working experience is a plus.
• Fluency in Dutch and proficient in English, or fluent in English.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple duties simultaneously.
• Punctual and accurate with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory maintenance including decontamination, cleaning and waste management.
• Keep stock levels sufficient and maintain product and instrument records.
• Provide assistance to Technician II-III.

Skills

English fluency

Dutch fluency

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Laboratory experience

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Technician II performs the standard tasks in the oligonucleotides production process, within the assigned Value Stream and process step. This can include the synthesis, cleavage from the solid support, deprotection, desalting, purification, quantification, QC sampling and/or final processing of oligonucleotides. This position reports to the supervisor and is part of the Plate Based Synthesis department located in Leuven, Belgium and will be an on-site role. The position is in the late shift.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform laboratory maintenance, including decontamination, cleaning and waste management
• Keep stock levels sufficient and maintain product and instrument records
• Provide assistance to Technician II-III

The essential requirements of the job include:

• High school degree or equivalent job experience with interest in science
• A first working experience is a plus
• Fluency in Dutch and proficient in English, or fluent in English.
• Ability to multi-task
• Punctual & accurate way of working

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Working in a regulated environment

IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology.

We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world’s most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow.

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