Associate - LIMS Implementation limited until 30.09.2027 (m/f/d)

Sandoz; Holzkirchen; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days

Vacation payment

Capital-forming benefits

Company pension

Hybrid working 50% office

Job summary

Sandoz, based in Holzkirchen, Germany, seeks an Associate Scientist, LIMS Implementation to drive digital transformation of laboratory operations and support LIMS/ELN systems. The role focuses on implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of LIMS modules to enhance data integrity and compliance.

You will collaborate with lab and IT teams, contribute to trainings, and help ensure documentation quality while working on-site most days.

Qualifications

• MSc in Biology, Biotechnology or related Natural Sciences, or BSc in Biology, Biotechnology or related Natural Sciences, or Apprenticeship (e.g., CTA, MTA) (or equivalent technical education).
• Excellent IT skills and knowledge, preferably a strong background in IT laboratory systems/LIMS (e.g., LabVantage, Flow, etc.).
• Knowledge of bioassay development for biopharmaceutical products and related lab processes is a plus.
• Business-fluent English language skills.
• The job is based in Holzkirchen and requires on-site presence on most days.

Responsibilities

• Collect, maintain, and update LIMS master data and Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) worksheet templates in collaboration with laboratory users.
• Support local LIMS implementation activities, assist with troubleshooting, and contribute to alignment with other functions.
• Support the training and onboarding of LIMS users through the preparation, execution, and documentation of training activities; contribute to knowledge sharing and status reporting.
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and coordination of hardware required for LIMS usage (e.g., printers, tablets, and scanners) and support collaboration between laboratory and IT teams.
• Support the continuous improvement of implemented LIMS modules and workflows and contribute to the implementation of additional LIMS modules.
• Promote good documentation practices and support compliance with local and global development and quality standards.

Skills

LIMS experience

IT systems

Bioassay knowledge

Education

MSc in Biology/Biotechnology or related

BSc in Biology/Biotechnology or related OR Apprenticeship

Tools

LabVantage

ELN

Job description

Job Description Summary

The role is part of Biopharma Technical Development and will be based in Holzkirchen, Germany. As Associate Scientist, LIMS Implementation, you will contribute to the success of our biosimilar development programs by supporting the digital transformation of laboratory operations. In collaboration with team members, you will help drive the effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of LIMS and other laboratory digital systems, enhancing efficiency, data integrity, and compliance.

Job Description

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!

Your Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Collect, maintain, and update LIMS master data and Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) worksheet templates in collaboration with laboratory users
• Support local Laboratory Management System (LIMS) implementation activities, assist with troubleshooting, and contribute to alignment with other functions
• Support the training and onboarding of LIMS users through the preparation, execution, and documentation of training activities; contribute to knowledge sharing and status reporting
• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and coordination of hardware required for LIMS usage (e.g., printers, tablets, and scanners) and support collaboration between laboratory and IT teams
• Support the continuous improvement of implemented LIMS modules and workflows and contribute to the implementation of additional LIMS modules
• Promote good documentation practices and support compliance with local and global development and quality standards

What you’ll bring to the role:

Essential Requirements:

• MSc in Biology, Biotechnology or related Natural Sciences, or BSc in Biology, Biotechnology or related Natural Sciences, or Apprenticeship (e.g., CTA, MTA) (or equivalent technical education), or currently enrolled student (Bachelor’s or Master’s level) in a relevant scientific discipline, eligible to work as a Working Student
• Excellent IT skills and knowledge, preferably a strong background in IT laboratory systems/LIMS (e.g., LabVantage, Flow, etc.)
• Knowledge of bioassay development for biopharmaceutical products and related lab processes is a plus
• Business-fluent English language skills
• The job is based in Holzkirchen and requires on-site presence on most days.

Compensation Structure & Criteria:

Sandoz compensation is determined by job level, qualifications, niche skills, experience, and location within company salary ranges. Fully proficient and highly effective employees can expect a starting salary around market median, with those new to the level or with less functional depth at the lower end of the range and those with sustained superior or niche skills towards the higher end of the range. Internal equity and external market data inform our range placement. Annual salary reviews consider performance outcomes, market alignment, and business needs.

• Job location: Holzkirchen, Germany on-site presence on most the days
• Starting pay range: EUR 41,100 - 78,300
• Variable compensation: 5% performance-based bonus
• Additional benefits include: 30 vacation days per year (in full time), 1.200€ vacation payment (in full time), €40/month in capital-forming benefits (in full time), company pension, flex-hybrid working 50% per week in the office, access to our learning & development platforms Skillsoft & Learnlight, Access to our employee share program “OurShare”
• Pay frequency: Monthly
• Expected weekly working hours: 40 hours
• Contract type: full time

Why Sandoz?

Sandoz is the global leader in Biosimilar and Generic medicines, a segment of the healthcare industry that delivers 80% of the world’s medicines at 30% of the cost, touching the lives of more than 1 billion people across 100+ countries! While we are proud of our achievements, we have an ambition to do more so that everyone can achieve the basic human right of good health.

With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help even more people gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills, experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful careers, where diversity of thought is welcomed and where personal growth is supported!

Join us, help us make healthcare fairer and faster.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Hiring decisions are only based on the qualification for the position, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability.Hiring decisions are only based on the qualification for the position, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability.

The law provides for severely disabled / equal applicants the opportunity to involve the local representative body for disabled employees (SBV) in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.

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Skills Desired

Environment, Health And Safety (Ehs), Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Process, Materials Science, Process Simulation, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure)