Associate Scientist USP/DSP

1000scholars; Leiden; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins in Leiden, Netherlands, seeks an Associate Scientist to support USP/DSP studies and bioprocess development. You will perform practical lab work, process data, and contribute to reporting while acting as a practical lab lead within the project team.

Requires hands-on USP/DSP experience in bioprocessing, GMP/GLP awareness, and strong communication skills. You will thrive in a collaborative, quality-conscious environment and help drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Life Sciences or a BSc with relevant experience.
• Hands-on USP (cell culture/bioreactors) and/or DSP (ÄKTA, UFDF).
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform USP/DSP experiments (cell culture, fermentation, purification, filtration).
• Interpret data and escalate issues promptly.
• Contribute to documentation and reporting of studies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure safety/quality compliance.

Skills

USP/DSP experience

cell culture

bioreactors

GMP/GLP familiarity

communication

time management

independence

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Life Sciences

BSc with 3 years experience in Life Sciences

Tools

ÄKTA

UFDF

Job description

Associate Scientist USP/DSP

Eurofins, Leiden, Netherlands

As an Associate Scientist you are involved in both upstream (USP) and downstream (DSP) studies to support the development and optimization of bioprocesses to produce therapeutic proteins and other biologics. You are responsible for performing practical laboratory work and you are expected to contribute to data processing and reporting. You will act as a practical lead in the lab for studies and, together with the project team, help complete studies within agreed timelines. You are also involved in improvements within the department and expected to volunteer ideas and follow-up these ideas.

In summary, you will be:

• Performing and supporting USP and/or DSP experiments, including cell culture, fermentation, protein purification, and filtration techniques
• Interpreting experimental data in the lab, and escalating any issues in a timely manner
• Contributing to documentation and reporting of studies
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams within the department
• Contributing to process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement projects
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and complying with safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or a BSc with 3 years of experience in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field
• Practical experience with USP (e.g., cell culture, bioreactors) and/or DSP (e.g., ÄKTA, UFDF)
• Familiarity with GMP or GLP environments
• You are proactive, accurate, and solution oriented
• You have strong communication skills
• You can work under time pressure and manage your work independently
• Good command of the English language, both spoken and written. Dutch language skills are a plus.