Assistant Scientist - Early Development Studies

Eurofins; Leiden; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Good salary and benefits

Specialist training and development

Online preventive mental health平台

Job summary

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions in Leiden is seeking an Assistant/Associate Scientist for Early Development Studies. You will support a laboratory team working on early development studies for large molecule pharmaceuticals in a GxP environment.

This temporary position (6 months) starts in January 2027 and involves coordinating lab activities, performing hands-on tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Complete an MLO or BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or related field.
• Basic understanding of laboratory work with ability to follow written procedures.
• Experience in a regulated laboratory environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of GxP guidelines is preferred.
• Able to plan work based on priorities and timelines.
• Able to work independently and follow priorities when unclear.
• Strong documentation and organization of materials and equipment.
• Clear written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan laboratory support activities to keep daily lab operations running smoothly.
• Align with internal and external stakeholders on schedules, priorities, material availability and operational issues.
• Perform sample measurements and hands-on laboratory tasks when needed during peak workloads.
• Support calibration, verification and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Manage laboratory inventory including ordering materials and restocking supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized lab and ensure readiness for use through routine checks.
• Assist with disposal of chemical and biological waste per internal procedures.
• Carry out 6S and safety walks and follow-up actions on time.
• Follow GxP requirements and internal procedures and report incidents promptly.
• Contribute to improvements in lab organization, safety, and material flow.
• Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with colleagues from different functions.

Skills

Lab work basics

English communication

Planning & prioritization

Independent work

Documentation

GxP knowledge

Education

MLO or BSc in Biology/Life Sciences/Biochemistry

Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable.

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions® is a global, award-winning insourcing solution. We place our skilled team directly at the client site, managing operations seamlessly and eliminating complexities. We ensure a strategic, long-term service commitment that delivers value directly at the client' site, utilising their facilities, equipment, and methodologies, while maintaining the same service, expertise, and cGMP compliance available at the Eurofins facility.

Job Description

• Leiden, Netherlands
• Full-time

For our team in Leiden, we are looking for an Assistant Scientist - Early Development Studies; the role may be at Assistant or Associate Scientist level, depending on experience. In this role, you support a laboratory team working on early development studies for new large molecule pharmaceuticals.

Please note: this is a temporary position for 6 months, starting in January 2027.

You will work in a GxP-regulated laboratory environment, where daily operations, safety, documentation and equipment readiness are important for the continuity of the studies.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating and planning laboratory support activities to keep daily lab operations running smoothly
• Aligning with internal and external stakeholders on schedules, priorities, material availability and operational issues
• Performing sample measurements and other hands-on laboratory tasks when additional support is needed during peak workloads
• Supporting calibration, verification and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment
• Managing laboratory inventory, including ordering materials, restocking supplies and monitoring usage
• Keeping the laboratory clean, organized and ready for use through routine cleaning, equipment care and workplace checks
• Supporting compliant disposal of chemical and biological waste according to internal procedures
• Carrying out 6S and safety walks and helping to complete follow-up actions on time
• Working according to applicable GxP requirements and internal procedures
• Following all relevant safety guidelines and internal procedures, and reporting incidents, unsafe situations or near-misses promptly
• Contributing to practical improvements in lab organization, safety, material flow and 5S/Lean ways of working
• Participating in departmental meetings and working with colleagues from different functions to support daily lab activities

Qualifications

• You have completed an MLO or BSc degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or a related field
• You have a basic understanding of laboratory work and are able to follow written procedures accurately
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech or other regulated laboratory environment is preferred
• Knowledge of GxP guidelines is preferredYou are able to plan your work based on lab priorities, timelines and requests from the team
• You can work independently on recurring tasks and ask for input when priorities or procedures are unclear
• You work accurately and keep materials, equipment and documentation in order
• You are comfortable working in a support role where tasks may vary between planning, lab work, inventory, cleaning, waste handling and equipment support
• You are able to communicate clearly in English, both spoken and written
• You are willing to contribute ideas when you see opportunities to make the lab safer, better organized or more efficient

Additional Information

Working at PSS means working with highly motivated people with a can-do mentality. Our people work in an international environment, within an enthusiastic team and for an organization where there is sufficient room to develop further. Working together is extremely important to us and having fun in what you do is part of that! Our monthly team lunches, team activities and the hand out of awards to our colleagues are an example of this. We also offer:

• A responsible and challenging position within the team;
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and input;
• Specialist training and a range of opportunities for personal and professional development;
• Online preventive mental health platform;
• Flexible working hours;
• Good salary and benefits.

Working at PSS offers you the flexibility and personal touch of working in a medium sized and dynamic company, whilst also allowing you to benefit from having Eurofins as a parent company. Our ambitious growth plans provide ample opportunities for the motivated employees:

• Plenty of opportunities for growth;
• Varied work where you are in regular contact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group;
• A broad customer portfolio ensuring a lot of diversity in your work.