Lab Support Technician — Flexible Start, Training & Growth

Eurofins Scientific - Nederland; Leiden; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 vacation days

Option to purchase 5 extra days

Sports and bicycle benefit

Mental health platform access

Flexible start time 07:00–09:00

Specialist training and development

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific - Nederland in Leiden seeks a Lab Support Technician to assist a laboratory team conducting early development studies for new large molecule pharmaceuticals. The role operates in a GxP-regulated environment with emphasis on daily operations, documentation and equipment readiness.

You will coordinate activities, align with stakeholders on schedules, perform hands-on tasks during peak workloads, support calibration and basic troubleshooting, and manage inventory while

Qualifications

• MLO or BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or related field.
• Basic understanding of laboratory work and ability to follow written procedures.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech or regulated lab preferred.
• Knowledge of GxP guidelines preferred.
• Ability to plan work based on lab priorities and respond to team requests.
• Ability to work independently on recurring tasks and seek input when priorities are unclear.
• Maintain accuracy in materials, equipment and documentation.
• Comfort in a support role with varied tasks (planning, lab work, inventory, cleaning, waste handling, equipment support).
• Clear written and spoken English communication.
• Willingness to contribute ideas to improve lab safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan laboratory support activities to keep daily lab operations running smoothly.
• Align with internal and external stakeholders on schedules, priorities, material availability and operational issues.
• Perform sample measurements and hands-on lab tasks during peak workloads.
• Support calibration, verification and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Manage laboratory inventory including ordering materials and monitoring usage.
• Keep the laboratory clean, organized and ready for use; perform routine cleaning and equipment care.
• Assist compliant disposal of chemical and biological waste according to procedures.
• Contribute to 6S and safety walks and follow-up actions on time.
• Work according to GxP requirements and internal procedures; report incidents or unsafe situations.
• Contribute to improvements in lab organization, safety, material flow and 5S/Lean methods.
• Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with colleagues across functions to support daily lab activities.

Skills

Biology background

Planning & prioritization

Independent working

English communication

Documentation accuracy

Education

MLO or BSc in Biology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences

Job description

Eurofins Scientific - Nederland in Leiden seeks a Lab Support Technician to assist a laboratory team conducting early development studies for new large molecule pharmaceuticals. The role operates in a GxP-regulated environment with emphasis on daily operations, documentation and equipment readiness.

You will coordinate activities, align with stakeholders on schedules, perform hands-on tasks during peak workloads, support calibration and basic troubleshooting, and manage inventory while