Sample Management Officer

Eurofins Scientific - Nederland; Oegstgeest; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

25 vacation days (plus up to 7)

Travel reimbursement

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits budget

Discounts on health insurance

GoodHabitz training

Job summary

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Leiden B.V. is seeking a Chemical Analyst for a temporary four-month position. You will be responsible for chemical analyses of intermediates and finished products in a QC laboratory, with a focus on Karl Fischer water determination, CCIT, pH, osmolality, UV-Vis, and fluorescence analyses.

Collaboration and a supportive, informal team culture are emphasized. The role requires a degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field, affinity for pharmaceutical

Qualifications

• Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or related field.
• Affinity with pharmaceutical finished products.
• Interest in working in the pharmaceutical industry and ability to learn quickly.
• Experience with instrumental analytical techniques (UV-Vis, Karl Fischer) preferred.
• Experience with GMP/GLP/ISO 17025 systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report chemical analyses of intermediates and finished products.
• Work with a variety of analytical techniques with focus on specified methods.
• Collaborate within QC lab and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Maintain accuracy, take responsibility for daily tasks, and work under pressure.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Quality systems

English

Teamwork

Independent work

UV-Vis

Karl Fischer

Education

Analytical Chemistry degree

Tools

Karl Fischer

UV-Vis

pH meters

HVLD

Job description

Company 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.

• Oegstgeest, Netherlands
• Full-time

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:

• Water determination using various Karl Fischer methods;
• 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:

• A competitive salary;
• Flexible working hours;
• 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.