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  • 17 september 2025
  • vacaturenummer: 9190484
  • 17 september 2025
  • vacaturenummer: 9190484

Job Description

We have a new vacancy for a Chemical Lab Technician at our client, a global leader in analytical testing for industries like tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and food products. Our client is not just a lab; they are at the forefront of innovative research and regulatory science, helping their clients ensure product safety and quality worldwide.

The company just opened their state-of-the-art laboratory in Utrecht, and we're looking for passionate, talented professionals to join their growing team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a founding team in a new European hub, where you can directly influence our success and grow your career. You'll work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a diverse team of experts from around the globe.

In the role of Chemical Lab Technician, you will perform the chemical testing of food products, ingredients, and other matrices with primary functions in solution and reagent preparation, sample homogenization, proximate analysis chemistry instrument use (balance, oven, furnace, and extractors), chemistry extractions and procedures, and glassware maintenance.

Your essential job duties and responsibilities:

  • Preparing and maintaining chemical solutions and analytical standards.
  • Conducting routine instrument verifications, including daily balance and monthly pipette checks, and performing high-volume testing methods (i.e., protein, TLC, fat, etc.) to ensure the timely delivery of results
  • Maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment. 
  • Working independently on assigned procedures while upholding company policies and customer requirements, all while prioritizing safety for yourself and your colleagues

If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow with a company that values innovation and expertise, then it is the place for you. 

Apply now and receive a WhatsApp message within 15 minutes with a few short questions, so we can help you quickly.

Don't have WhatsApp? We'll contact you by phone or email!

Functie-eisen

Job requirements

  • Bachelor (HBO) degree in Life Science or related field
  • At least 2 years of laboratory experience
  • One or more years’ experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory preferred
  • Working knowledge of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable methods and procedures

Competenties

Competences

  • Training in general laboratory practices preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Ability to speak and communicate effectively in English (and preferably in Dutch)
  • You have good skills in administration/reporting work and time management
     

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

Terms of employment

We offer a challenging position in a dynamic environment that guarantees diversity in your work and creates ample opportunities for personal development.

This is a secondment contract with our client. The contract has an initial duration of six months, with the possibility of extension, and after one year, a permanent contract with the company.

We offer a competitive compensation package (including a 10% shift allowance) that is commensurate with the seniority of the position.

Hours per week: 40 hours per week; 36 hours per week is negotiable.

Working hours: 8 -17:00 and 15:00 - 23:00.

Start date: As soon as possible

Work location: Utrecht

Bedrijfsinformatie

About the company

Our client is an independent laboratory specializing in analytical testing and research for various industries, including tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, hemp, and food products 🔬. They offer services like analytical chemistry, in-vitro toxicology, and microbiology, helping clients meet regulatory requirements and develop new products. The company is recognized as a global leader, especially in the nicotine and tobacco product testing industry.

In a key step to expand their international reach, this company, a Certified Group company, opened a new laboratory in Utrecht, The Netherlands. This European lab aims to provide faster turnaround times and a better customer experience for their clients in the region. The new facility strengthens Labstat's global network, which also includes labs across Canada and the United States.

Good to know: You'll receive a WhatsApp message from us within 15 minutes of applying. We'll ask you a few short questions about your application to help you more quickly. Don't have WhatsApp? No problem! We'll contact you by phone or email.

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contact

Anastassia Blechko
anastassia.blechko@yacht.nl
06-53941731