Associate Scientist Microbiology

Panda International; Leiden; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda International is seeking an Assistant/Associate Scientist in Leiden, NL, to support the Analytical Development team in a leading biotech firm. This role offers hands-on experience in a multicultural R&D environment, performing crucial lab operations and analyses while fostering growth opportunities in the Life Sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Proactive, independent worker with a positive attitude.
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment is preferred.
• Hands-on expertise with microbiology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support Lab Operation by testing samples.
• Assist in troubleshooting analytical methods.
• Analyze data and provide scientific input.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Mass Spectrometry (MS)

LC-M

Evaporative Light Scattering Detection (ELSD)

Capillary Isoelectric Focusing (cIEF)

Capillary SDS (cSDS)

Size-Exclusion Chromatography (SEC)

Job description

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Assistant/Associate Scientist – Microbiology

For our client – a globally renowned biotech in Leiden, NL – we are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant/Associate Scientist to join the DPDS (Discovery Product Development & Supply) Analytical Development team. In this role, you’ll work in a truly international, multi-cultural R&D environment and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge analytical methods.

General Activities

• Support the Lab Operation pillar by testing samples from various studies, projects, and investigations
• Assist with co-validations and troubleshooting of analytical methods
• Perform environmental monitoring, lab assays, and biomarker identification/development
• Conduct biological indicator, growth promotion, endotoxin, bioburden testing, and microbial identifications
• Analyze and interpret data; provide scientific input based on current literature
• Prepare and operate laboratory equipment, standards, reagents, and controls per established procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely reporting; support study directors with technical reports and data summaries
• Utilize specialized software packages to capture and manage results

Qualifications & Competences

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, or related field
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment
• Hands-on expertise with one or more techniques: Mass Spectrometry (MS) / LC-M), Evaporative Light Scattering Detection (ELSD), Capillary Isoelectric Focusing (cIEF), Capillary SDS (cSDS), Size-Exclusion Chromatography (SEC) etc.
• Experience with microbiology techniques such as performing biological indicator, growth promotion, endotoxin, and bioburden testing, and microbial identifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills; fluent in English
• Proactive, independent worker with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for problem-solving
• Excellent analytical thinking with a keen eye for detail

Practicalities

• Location: Leiden, The Netherlands
• Duration: 1-year contract (minimum), with strong possibility of extension
• Start Date: ASAP

Sound interesting?

Send your CV to Khanyi Mabena at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

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