Sample Management Officer

Eurofins; Leiden; Remote; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 vacation days, with option to buy 7

Travel reimbursement €0.23/km

Pension scheme with 50% employer

Flexible benefits budget 8.5%

Discounts on health insurance

GoodHabitz access

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden B.V. in Leiden Bio Science Park seeks a Chemical Analyst for a four-month contract in its QC laboratory.

You will independently perform chemical analyses of intermediates and finished products, focusing on CCIT methods and tests such as pH, osmolality, UV-Vis, and fluorescence. Join a collaborative team in a growing organization that values process improvements, training, and social activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry or related field (HLO or university level).
• Affinity with pharmaceutical finished products and a passion for pharma industry.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt to new techniques.
• Experience with UV-Vis and Karl Fischer is preferred; GMP/GLP/ISO 17025 familiarity is a plus.
• Strong command of English; Dutch is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report chemical analyses of intermediates and finished products according to international guidelines.
• Head lab activities including CCIT dye ingress, HVLD, CO₂ headspace methods; conduct pH, osmolality, UV-Vis, fluorescence tests.
• Collaborate within a team; contribute to process improvements and document findings.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Quality systems GMP/GLP/ISO17025

English (written/spoken)

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

BSc/MSc in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer titration

Job description

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden B.V., part of the globally operating Eurofins Scientific network, is a leading GMP-certified contract laboratory serving the biopharmaceutical industry. Located in the Leiden Bio Science Park, we provide a comprehensive range of microbiological, viral, chemical, and physical quality control testing services for pharmaceutical raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

In addition to our standard testing packages, we develop and validate product-specific methods in close collaboration with our clients and also offer small-scale manufacturing services.

Our professional team consists of a mix of experienced and early-career professionals from diverse backgrounds. Together, we contribute to global healthcare by improving the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products worldwide.

Job Description

Have you graduated in Analytical Chemistry at a University of Applied Sciences (HLO) or university level? Are you looking for a challenging laboratory position within a growing company? If so, Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden B.V. has an exciting opportunity for you as a Chemical Analyst within the (Bio)Chemistry Testing Business Unit.

This is a temporary position for approximately four months.

Within the QC laboratory, you will be independently responsible for performing and reporting chemical analyses of intermediates and finished products in accordance with international guidelines. The team works with a variety of analytical techniques, with your primary focus on:

• Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT) using Dye Ingress, HVLD, and CO₂ Headspace methods;
• Various characterization tests such as pH, osmolality, UV-Vis, and fluorescence analyses.

These instruments are used for the analysis of products ranging from pain relief tablets to hormones and antiparasitic veterinary medicines.

Collaboration is highly valued within the team, and the department maintains an informal working atmosphere. Annual activities include a barbecue, team outings, laboratory events, and other social gatherings outside working hours.

Qualifications

You aspire to work as a Chemical Analyst in a QC environment. You work accurately, take responsibility for your daily tasks, and meet the following requirements:

• A degree at HLO or university level in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field, providing a solid foundation in chemical analyses;
• Affinity with pharmaceutical finished products;
• A passion for working in the pharmaceutical industry;
• Motivation, eagerness to learn, and the ability to quickly master new techniques;
• Preferably experience, gained through internships or a first job, with instrumental analytical techniques such as UV-Vis and Karl Fischer methods;
• Preferably experience working within a quality system such as GMP, GLP, or ISO 17025;
• A strong focus on the quality of your own work and that of your colleagues;
• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken; Dutch is an advantage;
• Ability to work both independently and effectively within a team;
• Ability to perform under pressure and organize and plan work independently.

In addition, you are eager to use your knowledge to help improve the department in this growing organization. You are efficient and enjoy streamlining processes. This requires not only intelligence and accuracy but also strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information

This position is based on-site at Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden in the Leiden Bio Science Park. We offer a close-knit team environment where collaboration and collegiality are key. You will have a responsible and challenging role with room for your own ideas and input.

We offer:

• 25 vacation days, with the option to purchase up to 7 additional days (based on a full-time contract);
• Travel reimbursement of €0.23 net per kilometer. Public transport expenses are fully covered through an NS Business Card;
• Participation in a pension scheme with a 50% employer contribution by Eurofins;
• A monthly flexible benefits budget of 8.5% of your gross salary, including holiday allowance and year-end bonus. You can choose to have this paid out or use it for additional vacation days;
• Discounts on supplementary health insurance;
• Tax benefits through FiscFree for products and services such as bicycles, sports memberships, fitness subscriptions, mobile devices, computers, tablets, and leisure activities;
• Professional training and development opportunities;
• Access to the online learning platform GoodHabitz.

As part of Eurofins, you will benefit from the opportunities offered by a large international organization:

• Extensive career growth opportunities;
• A broad client portfolio providing a high level of variety in your work.