Biotech associate

Panda International; Sittard-Geleen; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda International in Geleen, The Netherlands, is seeking a Biotech Associate to join the Cell Therapy Manufacturing team. The role is hands-on in a GMP cleanroom, focusing on mammalian cell culture and aseptic processing.

The candidate will collaborate with QA, QC, and MSAT teams, ensure compliance with SOPs, and support continuous improvement in an advanced cell therapy manufacturing environment. Shift work, including evenings and weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on GMP manufacturing in a cell therapy setting.
• Experience with cell culture and mammalian cell culture preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP documentation and batch records a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture and tissue culture activities in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Execute manufacturing processes including media preparation, cell expansion, harvesting.

Skills

Cell culture

Aseptic techniques

GMP cleanroom

Documentation

Teamwork

English (spoken/written)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology/Life Sciences

Job description

Biotech Associate | Cell Therapy Manufacturing

Location: Geleen, The Netherlands

Start Date: ASAP

Industry: Cell & Gene Therapy / Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

Shift Pattern: Shift work, including evenings and weekends

About the Role

A global life sciences organisation is looking for an experienced Biotech Associate to join its Cell & Gene Therapy manufacturing team in Geleen.

This is a hands-on GMP manufacturing position for someone with practical experience in cell culture, mammalian cell culture, and aseptic processing. You will contribute directly to the manufacturing of advanced cell therapy products in a highly regulated cleanroom environment, helping deliver innovative therapies to patients.

You will work closely with Manufacturing, QA, QC, and MSAT teams to ensure manufacturing activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with GMP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture and tissue culture activities in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Execute manufacturing processes including media preparation, cell expansion, harvesting, and related processing activities.
• Perform aseptic operations within a GMP cleanroom environment.
• Follow SOPs, batch records, and manufacturing instructions accurately.
• Complete GMP documentation accurately, contemporaneously, and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Monitor manufacturing activities and identify, document, and report deviations or unexpected events.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, safety, and compliance throughout the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, MSAT, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and maintain smooth production operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant manufacturing environment.
• Completed laboratory training, vocational education, or a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a GMP cleanroom manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with cell culture, particularly mammalian cell culture.
• Experience with cell therapy, biologics, or other advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Practical experience with activities such as media preparation, cell expansion, and harvesting.
• Strong understanding of aseptic techniques and cleanroom operations.
• Experience working with GMP documentation, SOPs, and batch records.
• Ability to identify, document, and report deviations appropriately.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-driven mindset.
• Ability to follow procedures precisely and work effectively in a structured environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Willingness to work a shift pattern, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience in Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT) manufacturing.
• Experience with mammalian cell expansion in a GMP environment.
• Experience collaborating with QA, QC, MSAT, and Process Development teams.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement or Lean initiatives.
• Knowledge of advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs).
• Experience working in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong interest in innovative cell therapy and biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

What You Can Expect

• The opportunity to work within an advanced Cell & Gene Therapy manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on exposure to innovative manufacturing technologies.
• A highly regulated and quality-focused GMP environment.
• Collaboration with experienced Manufacturing, QA, QC, and MSAT professionals.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to the production of therapies that can make a meaningful difference to patients.

Practicalities

Position: Biotech Associate - Cell Therapy Manufacturing

Location: Geleen, The Netherlands

Start Date: ASAP

Industry: Cell & Gene Therapy / Biopharmaceuticals

Schedule: Shift work, including evenings and weekends