Staff Scientist, Microbiological QA & Sterility(Onsite/Travel)

Brighter Signals; Groningen; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Well-being reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision in Groningen, Netherlands, is seeking a Staff Scientist for Microbiological Quality & Sterility Assurance. The role covers end-to-end MQSA strategies, aseptic processing, sterilization, and regulatory support across global sites.

The position requires extensive microbiology and sterilization expertise, plus 3 onsite days per week and ~50% travel. Collaboration with R&D and QA is essential to maintain product quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical GMP/ISO environment.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; advanced degrees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end microbiological quality and sterility strategies.
• Support validation/transfer activities for new products and sterilization.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs for submissions and audits.
• Oversee aseptic processing, cleanrooms, water systems, and sterility controls.
• Provide on-site training and drive improvement initiatives across sites.

Skills

Microbiology

Sterilization validation

Environmental monitoring

Regulatory affairs

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/ Biology/ Engineering

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical software

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Vision in Groningen, Netherlands, is seeking a Staff Scientist for Microbiological Quality & Sterility Assurance. The role covers end-to-end MQSA strategies, aseptic processing, sterilization, and regulatory support across global sites.

The position requires extensive microbiology and sterilization expertise, plus 3 onsite days per week and ~50% travel. Collaboration with R&D and QA is essential to maintain product quality and compliance.