Paperless SME

Panda International; Leiden; Hybrid; EUR 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda International is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to lead the digital transformation of GMP-regulated laboratory processes in Leiden. You will convert paper-based workflows to digital methods, design and maintain LIMS templates, and support master data and validation activities across sites.

Responsibilities include LIMS configuration, change control, technical documentation, operator training, troubleshooting, and integrating LIMS with instruments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Analytical Testing, IT, or Laboratory Operations.
• Experience in regulated pharmaceutical/biotechnology/Advanced Therapies environments.
• Proven experience with digital laboratory systems and LIMS.
• Strong understanding of laboratory processes and digitisation of workflows.
• Experience creating or managing digital laboratory methods or workflows.
• Experience with master data, method templates, or similar LIMS configuration activities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, maintenance, and harmonization of digital laboratory systems.
• Convert paper-based methods into digital workflows and develop method execution templates in LIMS.
• Support master data and validation activities and align with digital lab standards.
• Implement digital methods, configure LIMS, and provide change-control support.
• Maintain technical documentation and validate master data.
• Train laboratory operators and troubleshoot LIMS–instrument interfaces.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical, Life Sciences, or another relevant technical discipline

Master's degree or other advanced degree

Tools

LIMS

LabVantage LIMS

Job description

Paperless Lab – Subject Matter Expert

Responsible for supporting the deployment, maintenance, and harmonization of digital laboratory systems within a GMP-regulated Advanced Therapies QC environment. The role focuses on converting paper-based laboratory methods into digital workflows, creating and maintaining method execution templates in LIMS, supporting master data and validation activities, and ensuring alignment with digital lab standards across sites.

Responsibilities include digital method implementation, LIMS configuration, change-control support, technical documentation, master data validation, operator training, troubleshooting, and supporting LIMS–instrument interfaces.

Non‑Negotiable Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical, Life Sciences, or another relevant technical discipline
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Analytical Testing, IT, or Laboratory Operations
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, Advanced Therapies, medical device, or other highly regulated environment
• Proven experience working with digital laboratory systems and LIMS
• Strong understanding of laboratory processes and digitalisation of laboratory workflows
• Experience creating, updating, or managing digital laboratory methods or workflows
• Experience with master data, method templates, or similar LIMS configuration activities
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluent English (written and spoken)

Desirable Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Experience with LabVantage LIMS
• Experience as a LIMS key user, business administrator, or SME
• Experience connecting laboratory instruments with LIMS
• Experience supporting LIMS–instrument interface setup and validation
• Experience with method harmonization or standardization across sites
• Experience with Change Control and validation activities in a GMP environment
• Experience creating or maintaining technical documentation
• Experience delivering training to laboratory operators
• Experience participating in process improvement or digital transformation projects
• Experience in Advanced Therapies or biologics
• Master's degree or other advanced degree

Practicalities

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Duration: 4 months (high possibility of extension)
• Location: Leiden, Netherlands
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid