Senior Technician Analytical Support

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Pleased to meet you, we are Galapagos, a dynamic growing Biotech company with offices across Europe and in US, headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium.

We are in the business of changing lives. Focusing on high unmet medical needs, we synergize compelling science, technology, and collaborative approaches to create a deep pipeline of best-in-class medicines. With capabilities from lab to patient, including a decentralized cell therapy manufacturing platform, we are committed to challenging the status quo and delivering results for our patients, employees and shareholders. Our goal is not just to meet current medical needs but to anticipate and shape the future of healthcare, ensuring that our innovations reach those who need them most.

We pioneer for patients. We need thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters. Collaborative innovators and perseverant idealists. We need the best-in-class. In other words, we need you: The ‘make-it-happener’.

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Technician Process Analytical Support to join our Analytical Development team in Leiden, the Netherlands. In this role, you will be responsible for non-GMP analytical testing activities and related investigations and method development, while fostering collaborations within Analytical Development as well as with other departments such as Process Development.

Your role

• Non-GMP Testing

  • Execution non-GMP testing activities for process development, including reporting, in line with project timelines and scientific needs, ensuring high standards of accuracy and quality.
  • Contribute to an efficient workflow and planning for non-GMP testing.

• Analytical Support

  • Develop fit-for-purpose method adaptations to support early asset screening and matrix changes (flow cytometry, ELISA, cellular and/or PCR-based).
  • Provide analytical support and troubleshooting advice for process development.
  • Execute investigations for assay invalids for the non-GMP testing.
  • Develop medium-throughput adaptations for existing methods to increase testing efficiency.
  • Contribute to cell line development for assay purposes.

• Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure that all non-GMP testing is performed in compliance with internal procedures and external regulations as appropriate.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities for testing processes, ensuring data integrity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Job requirements

Who are you?

• At least a master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in analytical support or a related field (job grade dependent on experience) and preferably a background in non-GMP testing. Experience in cell therapy, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, or a related industry is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, cell-based immunoassays, PCR, …) and testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to troubleshoot testing and process-related challenges.

What’s in it for you?

At Galapagos, we prioritize your continuous growth and development, fostering a culture of empowerment. Our employees are the driving force behind our mission to lead in pharmaceutical research and innovation.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment with strong focus on your health and well-being. Join us in our journey towards sustainability, as we strive to make a lasting impact on both the industry and the planet.

Galapagos is dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We strictly prohibit discrimination against any employee or job applicant based on personal characteristics that are unrelated to their job.

Get to know us

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