Analytical Scientist

Il y a 4 jours

Antwerpen, Belgique Jefferson Wells Belgium Temps plein 70 000 € - 100 000 € Contrat

For our client, specialized in the biopharmaceutical company, we are seeking an Analytical Scientist to join its Manufacturing Science, Analytics & Technology (MSAT) organization. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the development, transfer, validation, and continuous improvement of analytical methods supporting the manufacturing of innovative biologic therapies in a highly regulated GMP environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the subject matter expert for qPCR and ELISA analytical methods.
  • Lead the transfer of analytical methods from R&D to MSAT, ensuring effective documentation, training, and knowledge transfer.
  • Support the transfer of validated qPCR and ELISA methods from MSAT to Quality Control (QC), including troubleshooting activities and preparation of transfer protocols and reports.
  • Design, develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for both existing and new manufacturing processes.
  • Independently plan and execute analytical studies and experimental designs.
  • Author high-quality scientific protocols, technical reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Monitor method performance through data trending and statistical analysis to ensure reliability and robustness.
  • Conduct root cause investigations related to analytical deviations and implement corrective actions where required.
  • Present scientific findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Provide hands-on laboratory support for small-scale testing activities.

Profile

  • PhD or equivalent experience in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Strong practical expertise in qPCR and ELISA, ideally within a biopharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.
  • Proven experience in analytical method development, qualification, and validation.
  • Knowledge of protein characterization techniques such as SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, Southern Blot, or Northern Blot is considered an asset.
  • Ability to design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) studies and interpret complex analytical datasets.
  • Strong statistical and data analysis skills, including method performance evaluation.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with a scientific and analytical mindset.
  • Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while working independently.
  • Comfortable balancing laboratory-based activities with documentation and data analysis tasks.
  • Strong technical writing skills with experience preparing protocols, reports, and GMP documentation.
  • Excellent understanding of cGMP requirements and their application to analytical methods and laboratory operations.

Languages

  • Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

Offer

You will join a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical environment supporting the development and manufacture of next-generation biologic therapies. Working within an international and highly collaborative scientific team, you will contribute to analytical excellence, process innovation, and the successful delivery of life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.