Life Sciences | Biopharma Specialist | Open application

Randstad; Paesi Bassi; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

40 hours per week

4% project allowance

25 holiday days

8% Holiday Pay

Travel allowance

Pension scheme

Home workplace budget

Training budget

Networking events

Descrizione del lavoro

Randstad Professionals in the Netherlands connects specialists with dynamic opportunities across Engineering, Life Sciences, and Chemicals. They place experts in high-impact projects and offer a global, collaborative environment with development opportunities.

The role involves R&D, QA/QC, process optimization, and project management across client assignments. A one-year secondment with possible extension is offered, with a strong preference for full-time work and options for shorter weeks.

Competenze

• Laboratory and industrial experience in Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Chemistry sectors.
• Experience with GMP, GLP, FDA and ISO standards.
• Strong English and Dutch communication (desirable).

Mansioni

• Research & Development: design and conduct experimental studies and data analysis.
• QA/QC: ensure operations meet internal quality standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Process Optimization & Scale-Up: refine bioprocesses to improve yield and efficiency.
• Project Management: manage milestones, ensure on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.

Conoscenze

Bioprocessing

Analytical techniques

QA/QC

Process optimization

Project management

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's in Biotechnology, Pharma, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry

Strumenti

LIMS

ELN

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

At Randstad Professionals, we connect top-tier specialists across Engineering, Life Sciences, and Chemicals with dynamic career opportunities throughout the Randstad region of the Netherlands. We partner with innovative industry leaders to place driven experts in high-impact projects. Join us in shaping the future of these rapidly advancing fields.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the specific client assignment and your area of expertise, your core responsibilities may include:

• Research & Development: Designing and conducting experimental studies, analyzing data, and contributing to the development of next-generation products, assays, and processes.
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC): Ensuring laboratory and manufacturing operations adhere strictly to internal quality standards and international regulatory frameworks.
• Process Optimization & Scale-Up: Evaluating and refining existing bioprocesses and manufacturing workflows to enhance yield, improve efficiency, and lower production costs.
• Project Management & Execution: Managing project milestones from concept through execution, ensuring on-time delivery, cross-functional alignment, and regulatory compliance.

Desired Skills & Experience

We welcome applications from professionals with practical experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Bioprocessing: Upstream Processing (USP), Downstream Processing (DSP), microbial fermentation, or mammalian cell culture.
• Analytical & Molecular Biology Techniques: Chromatography (HPLC, FPLC), protein purification, ELISA, FACS/flow cytometry, Western Blot, qPCR, molecular cloning, or NGS/sequencing.
• Quality & Regulatory Compliance: GMP, GLP, GxP standards, FDA regulations, and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, ISO 17025).
• Validation & Continuous Improvement: Process Validation, New Product Introduction (NPI), FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Data & Systems: Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and electronic lab notebooks (ELN).

Functie-eisen

Job Requirements

To be successful in these roles, you should have the following professional hard skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Biotechnology, Pharma, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Proven work experience in a laboratory and industrial setting within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry sectors.
• Experience with relevant regulations, such as GMP, GLP, ISO, FMEA, FDA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch (desirable)

Competenties

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

Terms of Employment

We offer jobs and career opportunities at our client companies, which are global leaders in chemical engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology, and pharma. Randstad Professional, together with these companies, provide a dynamic, international environment with diverse work and ample opportunities for personal development.

We have openings for a one-year (secondment) contract with the possibility of extension or a permanent contract with the client company. While full-time (40 hours per week) is strongly preferred, a 32- or 36-hour work week can be discussed. The salary will be determined based on the seniority of the position and your experiences.

In addition to your salary, we offer the following benefits:

• A contract for a year of 40 hours per week (with possibility tot extend)
• A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
• 25 holiday days.
• 8% Holiday Pay
• A travel allowance: 0.21 cent per km, or NS BusinessCard
• A good pension scheme (flexsecurity)
• Extra allowances for a home workplace budget E750.-
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program
• Networking events and knowledge sessions

Bedrijfsinformatie

About the company

Our clients are global leaders in (chemical) engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology and pharma.

Why Work with Us?

At Randstad Professionals, we don't just find you a job; we help you build a career. We're committed to supporting your professional growth and providing you with opportunities that align with your ambitions.