Operator Cell Therapy Specialist

Real; Sittard; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Bonuses

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Real Geleen is seeking a Cell Therapy Specialist to help manufacture the next generation of cell therapies in a GMP cleanroom. This hands-on role focuses on media preparation, cell expansion, harvesting, and strict aseptic practices to ensure quality.

You will collaborate with QA, QC and MSAT teams, document production activities, and contribute to continuous improvement while supporting shift work (evenings and weekends). English communication required.

Qualifications

• Completed laboratory training, vocational education, or a bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biology, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience working in a GMP cleanroom environment.
• Hands‑on experience working with mammalian cells.
• Practical experience with aseptic manufacturing or aseptic processing.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality‑focused mindset.
• The ability to follow procedures accurately and work in a structured manner.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Willingness to work in a shift pattern, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell and tissue culture activities according to GMP procedures.
• Execute manufacturing steps such as media preparation, cell expansion, and harvesting.
• Work in a GMP cleanroom environment while strictly following aseptic techniques.
• Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
• Identify and report deviations to support compliance and product quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing team.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, and MSAT teams to support efficient manufacturing operations.

Skills

Mammalian cells

GMP cleanroom

Aseptic manufacturing

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Communication skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biotechnology/biology or related field

Job description

Geleen, the Netherlands | Open to relocation within the Schengen Area

Help manufacture the cell therapies of tomorrow

Would you like to use your experience with mammalian cells to help manufacture therapies that can make a meaningful difference in patients' lives?

As a Cell Therapy Specialist, you will contribute directly to the manufacturing of advanced cell therapy products in a GMP cleanroom environment. This is a hands‑on position where precision, teamwork, aseptic working practices, and a strong quality mindset are essential.

You will work with advanced cell therapy processes and perform critical manufacturing activities, including media preparation, cell expansion, and harvesting. Your work will directly support the reliable production of life-changing therapies.

What you will do

• Perform cell and tissue culture activities according to GMP procedures.
• Execute manufacturing steps such as media preparation, cell expansion, and harvesting.
• Work in a GMP cleanroom environment while strictly following aseptic techniques.
• Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
• Identify and report deviations to support compliance and product quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing team.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, and MSAT teams to support efficient manufacturing operations.

What we are looking for

• Completed laboratory training, vocational education, or a bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biology, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience working in a GMP cleanroom environment.
• Hands‑on experience working with mammalian cells.
• Practical experience with aseptic manufacturing or aseptic processing.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality‑focused mindset.
• The ability to follow procedures accurately and work in a structured manner.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Willingness to work in a shift pattern, including evenings and weekends.

What you will get

• A hands‑on role in an advanced GMP manufacturing environment.
• The opportunity to work with innovative cell therapy technologies that help improve patients' lives.
• Training and development opportunities to strengthen your manufacturing and technical expertise.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits depending on the role and location.
• A full-time annual base pay ranging from €40,000 to €57,000, including shift allowances and bonuses. Initial placement within this range will be based on role‑related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.

About the organization

This global life sciences organization operates across five continents. Its internationally connected teams work together to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow.

Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their careers and contribute ideas that can improve the way therapies are manufactured. Collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity are central to how teams work together.

The organization values different perspectives and is committed to providing an inclusive environment in which employees can contribute to turning scientific breakthroughs into viable therapies.

Must-Have / Knock-out criteria

If you have hands‑on experience with mammalian cells, GMP, and aseptic manufacturing, this is your opportunity to contribute to advanced cell therapy manufacturing in Geleen.