Chemical Analyst - Raw Material Testing

Eurofins; Leiden; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 vacation days plus option to purchase 7 additional days

Travel allowance

50% contribution to pension scheme

Professional training opportunities

Tax benefits for purchasing products

Job summary

Eurofins in Leiden is looking for a Chemical Analyst to join the Quality Control team. You will execute and report on physical and chemical analyses of pharmaceutical raw materials following international guidelines. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills in various analytical techniques and contribute to process optimization.

Ideal candidates have a diploma in Analytical Chemistry and are motivated to learn, with some experience in lab tests. The position includes 25 vacation days and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or comparable field.
• Experience with chemical lab tests is preferred.
• Familiarity with quality systems like GMP.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical analyses independently.
• Report test results following prescribed procedures.
• Assist in project setup and improvement of processes.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Motivation to learn

Effective planning

Education

MBO or HBO in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

FTIR

Karl Fischer

UV testing

TLC

Job description

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden B.V., part of the globally operating Eurofins Scientific network, is a leading GMP‑certified contract laboratory serving the (bio)pharmaceutical industry. Based at the Leiden Bio Science Park, we provide a comprehensive range of microbiological, viral, chemical, and physical quality control testing for pharmaceutical raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. In addition to our standard test packages, we develop and validate product‑specific methods in close collaboration with our clients, and we also offer small‑scale manufacturing services.

We have a professional team consisting of a mix of young and experienced people with different backgrounds and experiences. Together we strengthen global healthcare and help advance the pharmaceutical product quality and patient safety worldwide.

Job Description

You will be working in an enthusiastic QC team with both Dutch and English‑speaking colleagues. As a Chemical Analyst within the QC laboratory, you will be independently responsible for the execution and reporting of physical/chemical analyses of pharmaceutical raw materials. The tests are performed in accordance with international guidelines, such as EP, USP, BP, and JP.

Working at Eurofins means an opportunity to develop yourself. You can apply and develop your skills with analytical techniques, such as identity testing, Karl Fischer, FTIR, UV testing, optical rotation, and TLC. The techniques you will perform depend on your own development and interests, and of course on the experience you may already bring with you. Once you have some experience, you can also contribute to optimizing and making work processes more efficient. This will keep you challenged to continue developing yourself.

Responsibilities

• Independently performing physical and (wet) chemical analytical techniques, such as UV testing, FTIR, Karl Fischer titration, optical rotation, TLC, pH, and identity testing.
• Reporting test results according to prescribed procedures.
• Completing various on‑the‑job training courses for certification in lab techniques and GMP. In the future, also training new colleagues.
• Work meetings with project teams and lab teams.
• Assisting in setting up various projects, such as testing new equipment, initiating customer projects, and improving internal work processes.

Qualifications

You aspire to a position as a Chemical Analyst within a QC environment that works accurately and takes responsibility for carrying out daily activities. You also meet the following requirements:

• You have a diploma at MBO (Secondary vocational education) or HBO level (university of applied sciences / polytechnic university) in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry / Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or a comparable course that makes you familiar with chemical analyses.
• You are a starter or you already have some experience with carrying out chemical lab tests.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals is an advantage, but experience in related industries.
• You are motivated and eager to learn and can quickly master new techniques.
• You have preferably gained experience with wet chemical analysis techniques during your internships or your first job, such as FTIR, LOD, SOR, UV and titrations.
• You preferably have experience working according to a quality system such as GMP, GLP or ISO‑17025.
• You are vigilant about the quality of your own work and that of your colleagues.
• You have a good command of the English language, both written and oral, for example for reading work instructions.
• You are able to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• You are able to work under time pressure and can organize and plan your work independently.

Please note: We require applicants to be located in the Netherlands, within reasonable distance of our site in Leiden and in possession of a valid work permit.

Additional Information

• 25 days of vacation with the option to purchase 7 additional days (based on a full‑time contract).
• Travel allowance of 23 cents net per kilometer. If you are traveling by public transport, your travel expenses will be fully reimbursed via NS Business Card.
• Participation in a pension scheme with 50% contribution by Eurofins.
• Each month, you accumulate a choice budget balance of 8.5% of your gross salary. This includes, among other things, holiday pay and a year‑end bonus. You can choose to have this amount paid out, or you can use it to buy extra days off, for example. You choose what suits you best.
• Tax benefit via FiscFree when purchasing various products and services via your gross salary, such as a bicycle, sports contribution, fitness, mobile telephony, computers & tablets or a weekend away.
• Professional training and opportunities for training and development.
• Training options via the online learning platform GoodHabitz.
• Diverse developmental opportunities within the organization.
• A large client portfolio ensures a lot of diversity in your work.