Join a QC laboratory in Leiden as a Chemical Analyst. Independently perform and report physicochemical tests on pharmaceutical raw materials, while developing your analytical skills and helping improve processes.
The role
At our client company in Leiden, South Holland, you will work as a Chemical Analyst in a QC laboratory alongside Dutch- and English-speaking colleagues. You will independently carry out physicochemical analyses of pharmaceutical raw materials in line with work instructions and international guidelines, and report the results.
Depending on your development, interests and experience, your work may include wet-chemistry methods and titrations, identity tests, Karl Fischer, FTIR, UV testing, optical rotation and TLC. As you gain experience, you can contribute to improving and streamlining laboratory workflows. This is a full-time role with flexible working hours.
What you bring
- An MLO level 3 or 4 qualification in chemistry, or comparable education covering chemical analysis.
- You are starting your career or have some experience with chemical laboratory testing. Pharmaceutical experience is an advantage; a background in chemistry or the food industry is also relevant.
- Preferably, experience with wet-chemical analytical methods such as FTIR, LOD, SOR, UV and titrations, and with quality systems such as GMP, GLP or ISO 17025.
- Good written and spoken Dutch and English, and a strong focus on the quality of your own work and that of your colleagues.
- The ability to work independently and in a team, organize and plan your work, and remain effective under time pressure.
- You are motivated, eager to learn and quick to pick up new techniques. You want to help colleagues improve and streamline processes, and bring analytical thinking, accuracy and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
What is offered
- A good salary.
- Flexible working hours and 25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase 7 additional days.
- Travel expense reimbursement; public transport costs are reimbursed in full.
- Participation in a pension scheme with a 50% employer contribution.
- An 8% individual choice budget, which can be used for extra salary, additional leave or pension contributions, among other options.
- A discount on supplementary health insurance and a bicycle and/or fitness scheme.
- Job-related training, education and development opportunities, and online learning.