About Nelson Labs: Nelson Labs is a global leader in microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Nelson Labs serves over 3,800 customers across 14 facilities in the United States, Mexico, Asia and Europe. We have a comprehensive array of over 800 laboratory tests supporting our customers from initial product development and sterilization validation, through regulatory approval and ongoing product testing for sterility, safety and quality assurance. We are regarded as a best-in-class partner with a strong track record of collaborating with customers to solve complex issues.
Safeguarding Global Health® - with every test we complete.
Based in Belgium, Nelson Labs Europe supports pharmaceutical companies – across the globe in developing worldwide compliance testing strategies to qualify Container/Closure Applications and Pharmaceutical Production Equipment from an Extractables & Leachables perspective. In addition to this broad spectrum of Extractables & Leachables testing, Nelson Labs Europe also provides lab testing in microbiology such as sterility testing, bioburden testing and in vitro biocompatibility testing.
Nelson Labs Europe is part of Nelson Labs, the leading global microbiological and analytical lab testing platform. Nelson Labs, along with sister companies Sterigenics and Nordion, are part of Sotera Health, the world’s leading, fully integrated protector of global health.
Learn more about Nelson Labs at www.sotherahealth.com
Function:
We are looking for an enthusiastic “Method Developer” to join our team, which is passionate about targeted quantitative methods using chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry. The methods you will develop are essential for Leachables testing of Drug Products.
Your responsibilities:
· Optimizing and testing analytical methods (HS-GC/MS, GC/MS, GC-MS/MS and/or LC-MS/MS) to quantify levels at a specified concentration;
· Designing and testing sample preparation procedures such as liquid/liquid extractions using relevant internal standards;
· Documenting your lab work, results and conclusions;
· Interpreting analytical results;
· Investigating and troubleshooting analytical issues.
Method Development is a team effort involving both lab technicians and project managers. Together, we aim to deliver quantitative analytical methods of high scientific quality. As a team, we also value knowledge sharing and ensure clear documentation and effective communication with the colleagues responsible for Method Validation.
What do we expect?
You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific field or equivalent through experience;
You have knowledge of organic chemistry;
You have hands-on experience with HS-GC/MS, GC/MS, GC-MS/MS, and/or LC-MS/MS;
You have experience with sample preparation (preferably different extraction techniques);
You have experience with method development;
You have good communication skills;
You are eager to learn and critical;
You have an active, independent work attitude that is both quality-oriented and solution-oriented;
You are intrinsically motivated and enjoy working with others;
Experience in developing quantitative methods is a major asset;
Experience in a quality environment is a plus, but not decisive.
What do we offer?
You will be working full-time, but we take a good work-life balance into account by offering flexible working hours.
Your efforts will be rewarded with a competitive salary, supplemented by an attractive package of fringe benefits such as meal vouchers, group -, hospitalization - and outpatient insurance, a lease bicycle, an end-of-year gift, and more.
Nelson Labs is located in the industrial zone in Haasrode, which means we are easily accessible by car, public transport, and bicycle. If you come by (electric) bicycle, you can also park it safely in our covered bicycle parking area, where you can also charge your electric bicycle!
At Nelson Labs, we know how to combine work and fun! A bike ride with colleagues at the weekend, raising a glass together on Friday to end the working week, participating in our kubb and petanque tournament during the lunch break in the summer months, and our unforgettable staff parties are just a few examples!
Are you interested in this position or would you like more information? Then be sure to get in touch!