Johnson & Johnson
Assistant Scientist Microbiology
Assistant Scientist Microbiology
Location: Leiden, The Netherlands
Duration: 12 months
Hours: 40 hours
Pay rate range: Competitive hourly rate
Working type: On-site
Imagine your next project being part of a team dedicated to creating a world without disease by ensuring the safety and quality of life-transforming therapies.
Roles and responsibilities
You will be an integral part of the Quality Control Development (QCD) labs group, contributing to the development and production of advanced therapeutics. This will involve:
Taking environmental and utility monitoring (EM/UM) samples both inside and outside the clean core of the production facility.
Receiving and processing various product, intermediate product, and raw material samples.
Performing a range of microbiological tests, including Bioburden, LAL, Endotoxin, and Nitrate tests, as well as organism identification.
Accurately completing and reviewing all relevant documentation.
Collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure high-quality standards are maintained.
Participating in continuous improvement projects focused on quality, EHS, and digitalization.
How to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll need to be accurate, proactive, and a strong team player. You will also bring:
An MLO-3 or MLO-4 qualification, with a strong affinity for microbiology.
2-5 years of work experience in microbiological testing and sampling or analytical testing.
Experience working in a cGMP environment, with a preference for experience with laboratory systems like SAP and LIMS.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
Experience in a quality-driven environment.
Good communication skills in both English and Dutch, written and verbally.
This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 12 month period.
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about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.
Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.
We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.
application process
We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.
We do not accept applications via email.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.
We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.