Master Data Specialist

Johnson & Johnson; Leiden; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Leiden is seeking two eLIMS Master Data Specialists for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on maintaining master data integrity in Quality Control processes. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with eLIMS systems and familiarity with GMP practices. Applicants should have strong communication and organizational skills, an analytical mindset, and at least two years of experience in a regulated industry. Competitive compensation is provided with a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or related regulated industry.
• Experience in managing master data and LIMS configuration projects.
• Previous involvement in stability program setups or release testing automation.

Responsibilities

• Create and validate master data sets used in QC workflows.
• Configure eLIMS for stability studies and release testing.
• Liaise between product managers and laboratory technicians.
• Resolve eLIMS and master data issues quickly to minimize disruption.
• Support documentation tasks including protocols, SOPs, reports related to master data and eLIMS configuration.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data quality and system efficiency.

Skills

Familiarity with GMP practices

Hands-on experience with eLIMS systems

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Good planning and organizational skills

Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles

Proactive, independent working style

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in Life Sciences or Computer Science

Tools

eLIMS

Job description

eLIMS Master Data Specialist - Quality Control (QC) Automation x2

Location: Leiden, Netherlands (Hybrid working - 3 days on site, 2 remote)

Duration: 12 month contract.

Hours: 40

Imagine your next project helping to shape and maintain the master data and configurations that keep our Quality Control (QC) processes running smoothly. This role sits at the intersection of laboratory operations, data management, and system configuration — translating testing needs into accurate eLIMS setups and ensuring master data integrity across release testing and stability studies.

We’re looking for two eLIMS Master Data Specialists.

roles and responsibilities.

This role involves translating technical and laboratory documents into clear, actionable eLIMS master data and configuration requirements.

This will involve:

• Create, maintain, and validate master data sets used in QC workflows (tests, methods, sample types, lot information, reagents, etc.).
• Configure and support the eLIMS for stability studies and release testing to ensure accurate, reliable records and compliant workflows.
• Serve as the liaison between product managers, laboratory technicians, and the eLIMS system to ensure smooth data flow and correct system behaviour.
• Resolve ad hoc eLIMS and master data related issues quickly to minimize operational disruption.
• Support documentation tasks including protocols, SOPs, reports, and business correspondence related to master data and eLIMS configuration.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data quality and system efficiency.

how to succeed.

You will have an Associate’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field (Bachelor’s/Master’s welcome but not required) and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or related regulated industry.

You will also bring:

• Familiarity with GMP practices and automation concepts.
• Hands-on experience with eLIMS systems and practical knowledge of laboratory operations.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; Dutch is a plus.
• Good planning and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset and strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles is an advantage.
• Proactive, independent working style with attention to detail and good documentation skills.
• Experience directly managing master data, data governance, or LIMS configuration projects.
• Previous involvement in stability program setups or release testing automation.

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 12 month contract.

you are welcome here.

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process.

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email or LinkedIn InMail - you must apply direct to this advert.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.