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Laboratory Assistant – Leiden

Posted on 30 October 2026

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Laurens Verheijden

Chemicals & QHSE advisor

l.verheijden@teamaxtreno.com

Support an accredited molecular biology laboratory in Leiden with goods and order records, stock and equipment management, shipments and lab support tasks. 1.0 FTE; temporary appointment with the prospect of permanent employment.

The role

You will support the work of an accredited molecular biology laboratory in Leiden. Your varied duties include:

  • Purchasing, receiving and registering goods and orders.
  • Managing the laboratory, including stock control, cleaning, and disposal of operational and chemical waste.
  • Managing equipment, including maintaining equipment records and carrying out and coordinating maintenance.
  • Handling logistics for kits and shipments.
  • Providing lab support, including preparing various reagents, carrying out periodic checks and maintaining documentation.

Working hours and schedule

The position is 1.0 FTE. Specific working hours and schedule details have not been provided.

What you bring

  • An MLO level 4 qualification in a relevant field.
  • At least two years of work experience.
  • Good command of Dutch and English.
  • Experience working with quality systems such as ISO-17025, ISO-27001 and GMP is an advantage.
  • Preferably, you live in the Leiden area.
  • An enthusiastic, flexible and pragmatic approach.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to communicate clearly.
  • An accurate and results-oriented approach.
  • The ambition and potential to develop into a coordinating role, and the ability to set priorities.

What is offered

  • A temporary appointment with the prospect of permanent employment.
  • Pay based on age and experience, plus good secondary benefits.
  • A challenging role with a high degree of independence while working as part of a team.

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