The Strategic Operations group is part of the Analytical Development Department of the Advanced Therapeutics sector of J&J Innovative medicine. The SO Labs group focuses on supporting production and laboratory activities. Are you our next Assistant Scientist Microbiology?
- 15 oktober 2026
- vacaturenummer: 753249
Salary starts from €3502 bruto per month
Future possibility for permanent contract
Growth opportunities through the L&D department
Professional with an informal work environment
International & diverse employer
Good accessibility, OV fully reimbursed
Are you someone who thrives in a structured environment where quality is central? You work accurately, enjoy variety in your work, and feel responsible for your results. You also have a proactive attitude, enjoy collaborating with diverse colleagues and stakeholders, and are constantly looking for ways to make processes smarter and more efficient. note that we do not accept applications from outside of the Netherlands and not recruiting above educational level of Bsc.
As assistent scientist you must meet the following requirements:
- You speak English
- You have completed MLO-3 or MLO-4 education or Bsc in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences
- You have experience with GMP
- You have at least two years of work experience
- You have experience with SAP or LIMS
- You are available for 40 hours per week
- You are willing to work in Leiden
- You have experience with microbiological testing and sampling
As an Assistant Scientist Microbiology you will perform microbiological tests, take samples in the production area and contribute to quality assurance and improvement projects.
- Taking EM/UM samples inside and outside the cleanroom of the Advanced Therapies Manufacturing Facility.
- Receiving and processing product, intermediate, and raw material samples from various stakeholders.
- Performing tests on these samples, such as bioburden, LAL, endotoxin, nitrate, microorganism identification, etc.
- Accurately completing and reviewing documentation.
- Ensuring a high level of quality within the department.
- Participating in continuous improvement projects that contribute to quality improvement, EHS, and efficiency, with a strong focus on digitalization.
The SO Labs group is part of the Analytical Development department within the Pharmaceutical and Analytical Development sector. The SO Labs unit comprises six subteams (Release & Stability, Raw Materials, Sample Management, Cell Culture, Microbiology, and Coordination). The group is responsible for conducting and reporting on release and stability testing of Janssen virus and antibody products for use in clinical trials, as well as providing analytical support for pilot plant activities.
- To be eligible for this position, it is important that you have a European passport or a valid work permit for working in the Netherlands valid for at least 3 years.
- A pleasant work atmosphere with colleagues from diverse backgrounds;
Good to know: within 15 minutes of applying, you will receive a WhatsApp message from us. We will ask you a few short questions about your application so we can assist you faster. Don't have WhatsApp? No problem! In that case, we will contact you by phone or email.
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