Associate Scientist USP

Role Summary

You will contribute to USP (Upsteam Processing) research projects for medicines. Experiments are frequently carried out on a small scale for these medicines, with the aim of supporting the production of these medicines and investigating improvements in this production process. You support bioreactor runs with different cell lines and different products.

You are, among other things, responsible for

• USP activities on a laboratory scale
• Carrying out supporting tasks for lab readiness, process transfer and (analytical) method transfer
• Perform cell culture and analytical methods
• In the future, possible support for the introduction of new products
• Support planning and implementation of laboratory scale-down model establishment and satellite studies
• Optimizing USP processes, including supporting laboratory scale studies and analytical qualifications

Accurately reporting on work carried out and its results. These can be presented during substantive team discussions.

A working attitude where safety and quality come first in all activities

Possible additional tasks, such as writing reports and digitization.

This is a full-time on-site position.

In this position, a weekend shift may have to be performed several times a quarter.

Requirements

A completed education in biotechnology, microbiology, process technology or life science (BSc with at least 3 years of experience or MSc with at least 1 year of experience)

• Affinity with laboratory work
• The ability to work independently
• Technical expertise with biologicals drug substance upstream and downstream activities
• Experience with cell culture
• Experience with small scale benchtop bioreactors
• Affinity with automation/digitalization is an advantage
• Proven ability to work as part of a team, but also on own initiative
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience in or understanding of a GMP / regulated environment is an advantage
• Organizational skills: the ability to simultaneously manage multiple priorities and recognize when an issue needs to be escalated.
• Familiarity with LEAN Six Sigma or DOE techniques for efficient working is an advantage
• A good command of the Dutch and English language, both spoken and written

You are independent, eager to learn, flexible and customer-oriented. You are also a team player and have a good eye for what needs to be done in the team. You see the work and actively tackle it. You work very meticulously and you think in solutions instead of problems. In addition, you want to use your knowledge in our growing organization to pursue improvements together with your colleagues. This also requires social and communication skills. You like to take responsibility for a joint result and timely delivery.

Benefits

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 for further development. Collaboration is very important to us and enjoying what you do is part of that! Our monthly team lunches, team activities and presenting awards to our colleagues are an example of this. In addition, we offer:

• A responsible and challenging position within the team;
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and input;
• Specialized training and a range of opportunities for personal and professional development;
• Online platform for preventive mental health;
• Flexible working hours;

Good salary and secondary employment conditions.

Working at PSS offers you the flexibility and personal approach of a medium-sized and dynamic company, while at the same time you benefit from the fact that Eurofins is the parent company. Our ambitious growth plans offer motivated employees plenty of opportunities:

• Many career opportunities;
• Varied work where you regularly come into contact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group;
• A broad customer portfolio that ensures a lot of diversity in your work.
• Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.

About the Company

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides a unique range of analytical testing services to customers across industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the water you drink and the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the world's largest companies to ensure the products they supply are safe, the ingredients are authentic and the labeling is correct. Eurofins considers itself a world leader in the testing of food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products and in the field of agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent leaders in select testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced materials science and clinical trial support.

In just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France, to a network of more than 1,000 independent companies in more than 62 countries with more than 900 laboratories and more than 62,000 employees. Eurofins offers a portfolio of more than 200,000 analytical methods to assess the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, provenance, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, and provides innovative clinical diagnostic testing services as one of the leading global emerging players in specialized clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of 7.296 billion euros and was among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions® is a global, award-winning insourcing solution. We place our skilled team directly at the customer's doorstep, seamlessly managing operations and eliminating complexities. We guarantee a strategic, long-term service commitment that adds direct value to the customer, utilizing their facilities, equipment and methodologies, while offering the same service, expertise and cGMP compliance as Eurofins. If you are an employee looking for an exceptional career, Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions® is your gateway to a future where innovation, collaboration and success come together. Come work with us in a world where excellence knows no boundaries!