Life Sciences | Biopharma Specialist | Open application

Job Description

At Randstad Professionals, we connect top-tier specialists across Engineering, Life Sciences, and Chemicals with dynamic career opportunities throughout the Randstad region of the Netherlands. We partner with innovative industry leaders to place driven experts in high-impact projects. Join us in shaping the future of these rapidly advancing fields.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the specific client assignment and your area of expertise, your core responsibilities may include:

• Research & Development: Designing and conducting experimental studies, analyzing data, and contributing to the development of next-generation products, assays, and processes.
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC): Ensuring laboratory and manufacturing operations adhere strictly to internal quality standards and international regulatory frameworks.
• Process Optimization & Scale-Up: Evaluating and refining existing bioprocesses and manufacturing workflows to enhance yield, improve efficiency, and lower production costs.
• Project Management & Execution: Managing project milestones from concept through execution, ensuring on-time delivery, cross-functional alignment, and regulatory compliance.

Desired Skills & Experience

We welcome applications from professionals with practical experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Bioprocessing: Upstream Processing (USP), Downstream Processing (DSP), microbial fermentation, or mammalian cell culture.
• Analytical & Molecular Biology Techniques: Chromatography (HPLC, FPLC), protein purification, ELISA, FACS/flow cytometry, Western Blot, qPCR, molecular cloning, or NGS/sequencing.
• Quality & Regulatory Compliance: GMP, GLP, GxP standards, FDA regulations, and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, ISO 17025).
• Validation & Continuous Improvement: Process Validation, New Product Introduction (NPI), FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Data & Systems: Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and electronic lab notebooks (ELN).

How to Apply

If your profile aligns with these requirements and you are interested in exploring opportunities with our network of clients, we invite you to apply with your updated CV and a brief cover letter.

Please note: This posting serves to build our specialized talent network for ongoing and upcoming client projects across the Netherlands. While an immediate vacancy matching your exact profile may depend on active client mandates, submitting your profile ensures priority consideration as relevant roles open.

Functie-eisen

Job Requirements To be successful in these roles, you should have the following professional hard skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Biotechnology, Pharma, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Proven work experience in a laboratory and industrial setting within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry sectors.
• Experience with relevant regulations, such as GMP, GLP, ISO, FMEA, FDA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch (desirable)

Competenties

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

Terms of Employment

We offer jobs and career opportunities at our client companies, which are global leaders in chemical engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology, and pharma. Randstad Professional, together with these companies, provide a dynamic, international environment with diverse work and ample opportunities for personal development.

We have openings for a one-year (secondment) contract with the possibility of extension or a permanent contract with the client company. While full-time (40 hours per week) is strongly preferred, a 32- or 36-hour work week can be discussed. The salary will be determined based on the seniority of the position and your experiences.

In addition to your salary, we offer the following benefits:

• A contract for a year of 40 hours per week (with possibility tot extend)
• A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
• 25 holiday days.
• 8% Holiday Pay
• A travel allowance: 0.21 cent per km, or NS BusinessCard
• A good pension scheme (flexsecurity)
• Extra allowances for a home workplace budget E750.-
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program
• Networking events and knowledge sessions

Bedrijfsinformatie

About the company

Our clients are global leaders in (chemical) engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology and pharma.

Why Work with Us?

At Randstad Professionals, we don’t just find you a job; we help you build a career. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth and providing you with opportunities that align with your ambitions.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Let’s connect and explore how you can be part of the movement shaping the future of these fast-evolving industries!

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Job Description

At Randstad Professionals, we connect top-tier specialists across Engineering, Life Sciences, and Chemicals with dynamic career opportunities throughout the Randstad region of the Netherlands. We partner with innovative industry leaders to place driven experts in high-impact projects. Join us in shaping the future of these rapidly advancing fields.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the specific client assignment and your area of expertise, your core responsibilities may include:

• Research & Development: Designing and conducting experimental studies, analyzing data, and contributing to the development of next-generation products, assays, and processes.
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC): Ensuring laboratory and manufacturing operations adhere strictly to internal quality standards and international regulatory frameworks.
• Process Optimization & Scale-Up: Evaluating and refining existing bioprocesses and manufacturing workflows to enhance yield, improve efficiency, and lower production costs.
• Project Management & Execution: Managing project milestones from concept through execution, ensuring on-time delivery, cross-functional alignment, and regulatory compliance.

Desired Skills & Experience

We welcome applications from professionals with practical experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Bioprocessing: Upstream Processing (USP), Downstream Processing (DSP), microbial fermentation, or mammalian cell culture.
• Analytical & Molecular Biology Techniques: Chromatography (HPLC, FPLC), protein purification, ELISA, FACS/flow cytometry, Western Blot, qPCR, molecular cloning, or NGS/sequencing.
• Quality & Regulatory Compliance: GMP, GLP, GxP standards, FDA regulations, and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, ISO 17025).
• Validation & Continuous Improvement: Process Validation, New Product Introduction (NPI), FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Data & Systems: Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and electronic lab notebooks (ELN).

How to Apply

If your profile aligns with these requirements and you are interested in exploring opportunities with our network of clients, we invite you to apply with your updated CV and a brief cover letter.

Please note: This posting serves to build our specialized talent network for ongoing and upcoming client projects across the Netherlands. While an immediate vacancy matching your exact profile may depend on active client mandates, submitting your profile ensures priority consideration as relevant roles open.

Functie-eisen

Job Requirements To be successful in these roles, you should have the following professional hard skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Biotechnology, Pharma, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Proven work experience in a laboratory and industrial setting within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry sectors.
• Experience with relevant regulations, such as GMP, GLP, ISO, FMEA, FDA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch (desirable)

Competenties

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

Terms of Employment

We offer jobs and career opportunities at our client companies, which are global leaders in chemical engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology, and pharma. Randstad Professional, together with these companies, provide a dynamic, international environment with diverse work and ample opportunities for personal development.

We have openings for a one-year (secondment) contract with the possibility of extension or a permanent contract with the client company. While full-time (40 hours per week) is strongly preferred, a 32- or 36-hour work week can be discussed. The salary will be determined based on the seniority of the position and your experiences.

In addition to your salary, we offer the following benefits:

• A contract for a year of 40 hours per week (with possibility tot extend)
• A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
• 25 holiday days.
• 8% Holiday Pay
• A travel allowance: 0.21 cent per km, or NS BusinessCard
• A good pension scheme (flexsecurity)
• Extra allowances for a home workplace budget E750.-
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program
• Networking events and knowledge sessions

Bedrijfsinformatie

About the company

Our clients are global leaders in (chemical) engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology and pharma.

Why Work with Us?

At Randstad Professionals, we don’t just find you a job; we help you build a career. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth and providing you with opportunities that align with your ambitions.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Let’s connect and explore how you can be part of the movement shaping the future of these fast-evolving industries!

To be successful in these roles, you should have the following professional hard skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Biotechnology, Pharma, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Proven work experience in a laboratory and industrial setting within the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemistry sectors.
• Experience with relevant regulations, such as GMP, GLP, ISO, FMEA, FDA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch (desirable)

Competenties

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

We have openings for a one-year (secondment) contract with the possibility of extension or a permanent contract with the client company. While full-time (40 hours per week) is strongly preferred, a 32- or 36-hour work week can be discussed. The salary will be determined based on the seniority of the position and your experiences.

In addition to your salary, we offer the following benefits:

• A contract for a year of 40 hours per week (with possibility tot extend)
• A monthly project allowance 4% of your salary
• 25 holiday days.
• 8% Holiday Pay
• A travel allowance: 0.21 cent per km, or NS BusinessCard
• A good pension scheme (flexsecurity)
• Extra allowances for a home workplace budget E750.-
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program
• Networking events and knowledge sessions

At Randstad Professionals, we connect top-tier specialists across Engineering, Life Sciences, and Chemicals with dynamic career opportunities throughout the Randstad region of the Netherlands. We partner with innovative industry leaders to place driven experts in high-impact projects. Join us in shaping the future of these rapidly advancing fields., Our clients are global leaders in (chemical) engineering, biotech, medical devices, food, health technology and pharma.

Why Work with Us?

At Randstad Professionals, we don’t just find you a job; we help you build a career. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth and providing you with opportunities that align with your ambitions.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Let’s connect and explore how you can be part of the movement shaping the future of these fast-evolving industries!