Lab Support Technician

For our location in Leiden, we are looking for a Lab Support Technician to support laboratory logistics and daily operations.

In this role, you ensure that laboratory materials, samples, supplies and prepared equipment are available when needed for early development studies involving new large molecule pharmaceuticals. You manage stock and sample flows, prepare and distribute materials and support the controlled movement of goods and samples between different laboratory and storage areas.

You work according to applicable GxP guidelines and help prevent delays by making sure materials and samples are correctly received, labelled, processed, stored and replenished.

Your responsibilities include:

• Managing the inventory of raw materials, buffers, media and laboratory disposables, including receiving, checking, storing, replenishing and maintaining accurate stock records;
• Identifying shortages, damaged materials and other supply issues, and communicating these before they affect laboratory activities;
• Collecting samples from different laboratory and production locations and ensuring they are correctly registered, labelled and transported;
• Processing samples through activities such as aliquoting, preparing samples for testing and performing required sample checks;
• Ensuring samples are stored under the correct conditions and maintaining accurate sample records throughout the sample lifecycle;
• Performing water sampling and supporting other routine sample management activities;
• Preparing, assembling, autoclaving, labelling and distributing materials required for laboratory studies, including tubing sets, glass bottles and other study materials;
• Coordinating pipette rotations and supporting the calibration of laboratory equipment, including spectrometers, pH meters, osmometers and SoloVPE equipment;
• Cleaning and maintaining glassware, reusable materials, equipment and laboratory areas according to procedures;
• Collecting, separating, storing and disposing of chemical and biological waste according to applicable safety and environmental procedures;
• Participating in 5S laboratory checks and suggesting practical improvements to storage, stock management, sample handling and material preparation processes.

• An MLO degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or a related field;
• Experience with laboratory logistics, sample management, inventory management or material handling is preferred;
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated laboratory environment and knowledge of GxP are an advantage;
• You work accurately and follow written procedures;
• You can plan and prioritize recurring tasks such as stock replenishment, sample collection, cleaning, calibration and material preparation;
• You take action when materials are running low or when an operational issue could delay laboratory work;
• You can work independently and coordinate your activities with laboratory colleagues;
• You are comfortable with practical, repetitive and physically active work;
• You are flexible and available to work in shifts on certain days when required;
• You are fluent in spoken and written English.

Working at PSS means working in a team where people support each other, take responsibility for their work and stay closely connected to the client environment they work in. You will be part of an international setting, with colleagues who value clear communication, teamwork and a good working atmosphere.

We believe it is important that people can keep developing in their role. That is why we offer specialist training and opportunities to build your knowledge and skills further. We also make time to stay connected as a team, for example through monthly team lunches, team activities and moments where colleagues are recognized for their contribution. We offer:

• A responsible position within the team;
• Room to share your ideas and input;
• Specialist training and opportunities for personal and professional development;
• 31 vacation days per year based on a full-time employment contract, with the option to purchase 5 additional days;
• The option to use gross/net benefit schemes for sports and the purchase of a bicycle;
• Access to an online preventive mental health platform;
• A flexible start time between 07:00 and 09:00, depending on team planning and operational needs;
• A suitable salary and additional benefits.

Working at PSS gives you the personal approach of a medium-sized organization, with the wider network and structure of Eurofins as a parent company. In your work, you regularly interact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group, which brings variety to the role.

This also means there may be opportunities to grow, depending on your role, experience and development.

Would you like to know more?
For questions about the position, you can contact the hiring team via the ‘I’m interested’ button below.

Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.