Lead a technical team in a genomics laboratory, combining coordination of laboratory work and team support with workflow alignment and a strong focus on quality.
The role
You will lead a technical team in a genomics laboratory, coordinating laboratory work and supporting team members. The team uses next-generation sequencing (NGS) for genetic diagnostics and research. The laboratory carries out and interprets prenatal and postnatal genetic diagnostics using DNA and cytogenetic methods. You will help harmonise workflows and work closely with other lead analysts, laboratory specialists and the laboratory manager. You will contribute to the quality system, including conducting internal audits, and receive training to become an internal auditor.
What you’ll bring
- Completed HLO-level laboratory education.
- Extensive experience as an analyst; experience as a coordinator or manager is an advantage.
- A hands-on, people-focused approach: you bring people together and encourage collaboration, open and approachable communication, and team spirit.
- Confidence working in a large, complex organisation, with experience leading change.
- A strong quality focus and the ability to organise your own work and others’ efficiently and effectively, and make decisions.
- Enthusiasm, a strong sense of responsibility and a good command of Dutch.
Contract and benefits
- A temporary one-year contract, with the possibility of a permanent contract.
- Salary of €3,746–€5,483 per month for full-time employment, depending on education and experience.
- An 8.3% year-end bonus.
- 186.4 hours of annual leave per year for full-time employment, with the option to save up additional hours.
- Pension scheme, with the employer paying 70% of the contribution.
- Full reimbursement of public transport for a one-way commute of at least 7 km. For private transport, €0.18 per km is reimbursed, up to 40 km one way. Walking and cycling also qualify for €0.18 per km; a bicycle scheme is available.
- Free, unlimited access to training through a learning platform; a staff association also organises activities.
- Contracted hours and work schedule are not specified.
Location: Amsterdam, North Holland.