Postdoctoral Researcher – Analytical Development for Predicting Biopharmaceutical Function (2 years)

7266-Janssen Biologics B.V. Legal Entity; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Well-being reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Leiden, The Netherlands, is seeking a Post Doctoral Scientist in R&D Product Development to advance LC-MS analyses of glycosylation in monoclonal and biotherapeutic antibodies. You will drive a novel analytical platform and collaborate across DPDS to connect development to manufacturing and lifecycle management.

The role offers exposure to translational research, mentorship by senior scientists, travel to conferences, and potential for remote work up to 40%.

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences with 0–2 years postdoc.
• Hands-on LC-MS and data processing experience.
• Strong communication and collaborative attitude.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop LC-MS analysis workflows for glycosylation on intact antibodies.
• Collaborate across departments and with academic partners.
• Publish results in scientific journals and present at international conferences.

Skills

LC-MS

Data processing

Scientific publishing

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

PhD in Biochemistry

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow,and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Career Programs

Job Sub Function: Post Doc – R&D Product Development

Job Category: Career Program

All Job Posting Locations: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Job Description

Our MISSION and WHO we are: At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our R&D team is driving breakthroughs in healthcare innovation to prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases, delivering personalized solutions that profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. You will join the multidisciplinary protein characterization team within Analytical Development (AD) in Johnson & Johnson’s Discovery, Product Development and Supply (DPDS) organization. The Leiden AD team supports development and commercial manufacturing of protein-based products. Our work includes method development, comparability studies, protein characterization, complex investigations, and life cycle management. We also enable technical innovation, lab operations, regulatory filings, automation, and advanced data analytics. Science and innovation drive our work through respectful collaboration and commitment to patients. Our diverse international team includes more than 15 nationalities and varied professional backgrounds. This role offers firsthand experience in bringing products to patients, from development through commercialization.

The IMPACT you will make

You will develop a novel LC-MS analytical platform to better understand how glycosylation drives function in our antibody-based biotherapeutics, enabling predictive tools that support smarter biologic drug development and life cycle management.

WHAT you will do

Develop an LC-MS and automated data processing workflow for glycosylation analysis on intact-protein level for multiple biotherapeutics (candidates) including monoclonals, bispecifics, trispecifics. Set up a comprehensive toolbox for predicting antibody function based on manufacturing process parameters and quality attributes of our biotherapeutics. Collaborate across departments and with external, academic partner institutions to strengthen a multidisciplinary approach to improve our understanding of how biotherapeutic engineering and manufacturing conditions influence their structure–function relationships. Publish results in scientific journals and present at international conferences.

WHY should you join us?

You will pioneer translational research by developing groundbreaking technologies which eventually can benefit thousands of patients worldwide. You will be the leader of your own project with a high level of independence, mentored by experienced scientists who have a strong background in both academic and industrial research. You will have a dedicated budget and ample opportunities for training and traveling to scientific conferences. Johnson & Johnson as one of the top pharma companies worldwide, offers a wide range of growth and career opportunities in both R&D and supply chain. This Postdoc position specifically strives to develop talent and improve multidisciplinary collaborations both internally as well as externally with academic partners. The position is located in the Bioscience Park in the picturesque city of Leiden, The Netherlands. The Leiden Bioscience Park is the largest in the Netherlands. It is an innovation hub offering networking opportunities, with startups, global companies, and the Leiden University being just around the corner. We offer flexible working conditions, with the option of up to 40% working from home.

WHAT you will bring

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field with 0-2 years of postdoctoral experience in academia or industry. Hands-on LC-MS, data processing, and interpretation experience. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude with eagerness for a multidisciplinary way of working. Experience in and enthusiasm for publishing scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals and communicating research results at scientific conferences.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

#DPDS Required Skills: Preferred Skills:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €53,500.00 - €85,445.00

Benefits

• an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions.
• Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health.
• We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.
• For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
• *This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow,and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.