Lab Support Technician Group Coordinator

Lab Support Technician Group Coordinator (Leiden)

For our team in Leiden, we are looking for an enthusiastic Lab Support Technician Group Coordinator to lead a new team, while also being operationally involved.

In this position you will provide lab support to the team carrying out early development studies into new large molecule pharmaceuticals. You will be required to adhere to GxP guidelines, and your activities will include:

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan laboratory support activities to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to align schedules, resolve issues, and support operational continuity.
• Be the team leader for one other lab support technician.
• Perform sample measurements and other hands-on laboratory tasks to support peak workloads.
• Assist with the calibration, verification, and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Manage laboratory inventory by placing orders, restocking materials, and monitoring usage.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment through routine cleaning and equipment care.
• Support compliant chemical and biological waste disposal activities.
• Carry out 6S/Safety walks and contribute to timely completion of follow-up actions.
• Adhere to all relevant regulatory GxP requirements and internal procedures.
• Follow all safety guidelines and promptly report incidents or near-misses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and help advance 5S/Lean practices across the laboratory.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• MLO or BSc degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or related sciences.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical environment and knowledge of GxP is preferred.
• Flexible and proactive.
• Enjoy working in a team and communicate well.
• Accurate, with great attention to detail.
• Able to work independently.
• Quick learner who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Enjoy volunteering ideas and continuously improving the environment.
• Fluent in English (spoken/written).

Additional information

Working at PSS means working with highly motivated people with a can-do mentality. Our people work in an international environment, within an enthusiastic team and for an organization where there is sufficient room to develop further. Working together is extremely important to us and having fun in what you do is part of that. Our monthly team lunches, team activities and the hand out of awards to our colleagues are an example of this.

Working at PSS offers you the flexibility and personal touch of working in a medium sized and dynamic company, whilst also allowing you to benefit from having Eurofins as a parent company. Our ambitious growth plans provide ample opportunities for the motivated employees. We also offer:

• A responsible and challenging position within the team.
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and input.
• Specialist training and a range of opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Flexible working hours.
• Good salary and benefits.
• Plenty of opportunities for growth.
• Varied work where you are in regular contact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group.