Equipment Lifecycle Management Specialist

Randstad; Leiden; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Randstad Academy access

Travel allowance

75 holiday days

8% Holiday Pay

Pension scheme

Home-office budget

Training budget & onboarding

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an ELM & Automation Specialist in Leiden to manage the equipment lifecycle, support qualification/validation, and ensure data integrity across lab systems. The role collaborates with IT, QA, and vendors to maintain GMP-compliant data workflows and automate reporting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in a GxP/GMP environment, hands-on Waters Empower experience, and strong IT and networking basics. English fluency is essential; Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
• ~4 years of relevant experience in a GxP/GMP environment (Validation Engineer, Lab Automation Specialist, or Equipment Coordinator).
• Hands-on experience with Waters Empower preferred.
• Fluency in English; Dutch language desirable.

Responsibilities

• Link lab floor, IT, QA, and vendors to ensure equipment lifecycle and data workflows meet quality and compliance standards (GMP).
• Support equipment qualification/validation, preventive maintenance, and decommissioning with IT coordination.
• Maintain and support Empower data acquisition systems and other lab data tools (Chromaleon, Unifi, ICE3).
• Translate user requirements into DI-compliant specs and configure basic network/Windows firewall settings with IT.
• Set up automated Empower reports and support paperless lab initiatives.

Skills

GxP/GMP

Data integrity

Lab automation

Waters Empower

IT networking basics

English communication

Dutch language preferable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Computer Science

Tools

Waters Empower

Chromeleon

Unifi

ICE3

Job description

Within the Analytical Development (AD) department, part of DPDS Therapeutics Development & Supply, multiple teams work on the development of innovative therapeutic solutions. All multidisciplinary pillars are supported by the Lab Operations team. Within this pillar, the Equipment Life Cycle Management (ELM) & Automation team focuses on equipment lifecycle management, data integrity, operational support, and cybersecurity for all laboratory equipment. Due to the continuous growth of the department and the expanding inventory of lab systems, we are looking for a proactive and assertive ELM & Automation Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will act as a vital link between the laboratory floor, IT, Quality Assurance, and external vendors. You will ensure a seamless equipment lifecycle and guarantee that data workflows meet the highest quality, data integrity, and compliance standards (GMP).

• Equipment Lifecycle Management: Support the introduction, qualification/validation, periodic reviews, and decommissioning of laboratory equipment. Coordinate prerequisites for new equipment (such as PCs, docks, network connections) in close collaboration with IT.
• Systems & Automation Support: Maintain and support laboratory data acquisition systems, with a strong focus on Waters Empower (as well as Chromeleon, Unifi, and ICE3).
• Data Integrity & Cybersecurity: Translate user requirements into technical specifications following Data Integrity (DI) standards. Configure basic network and Windows firewall settings in alignment with IT.
• Process Improvement & Reporting: Set up automated reports and custom fields in Empower, and support paperless laboratory initiatives.
• Stakeholder Management: Proactively connect and communicate with lab personnel, the IT department, warehouse/logistics, and external vendors (e.g., Agilent, Waters).

Functie-eisen

• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Sciences, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of ~4 years of relevant work experience in a similar role (e.g., Validation Engineer, Lab Automation Specialist, or Equipment Coordinator) within a GxP/GMP-regulated environment.
• Hands-on experience with Waters Empower (Chromatography Data System) is strongly preferred.
• IT & Connectivity: Fundamental knowledge of networks, PC configurations (ports, Windows firewall), and data flows between lab systems.
• Languages: Fluency in English (written and oral) is required. Proficiency in Dutch is highly desirable due to the diversity on the shop floor.

Competenties

• Communication & Assertiveness: Strong interpersonal skills; you easily approach stakeholders at all levels across the organization (from lab technicians to IT engineers and warehouse staff).
• Proactive & Solution-Oriented: A problem-solver who works independently, takes initiative, and can effectively prioritize multiple commitments.
• Analytical mindset with sharp problem-solving skills

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

• A contract for a year of 32 or 40 hours per week
• A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
• 25 holiday days.
• 8% Holiday Pay
• A travel allowance
• A good pension scheme
• Extra allowances for a home workplace budget
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program, and unlimited access to the Randstad Academy with over 3,000 courses and trainings
• Networking events and knowledge sessions,
• Requires 5 days on-site in Leiden for the first six months, transitioning into the possibility to work 4 days on-site and 1 day working from home thereafter.

Bedrijfsinformatie

The client in Leiden is a global leader in the development and production of innovative vaccines and biological medicines. Within the Engineering, Validation & Maintenance (EVM) department, you will step into a professional environment where collaboration, quality, and safety are paramount. As a consultant through Randstad Professionals, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise within this high-tech GMP environment. You will work closely with driven domain experts and directly contribute to impactful change initiatives.

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