Job Description

About Ardena

Ardena is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in precision medicine development. Ardena supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in bringing innovative, complex molecules from discovery to market.

The Ardena Group operates from five sites across Europe and the United States, employing more than 700 professionals. Ardena European sites are located in Oss and Assen (the Netherlands), Ghent (Belgium), and Pamplona (Spain). Ardena US facility is based in Somerset, New Jersey.

Our culture is built on openness, transparency, and ownership. We value collaboration, trust, and initiative, and we believe that strong teamwork and an open mindset are essential to delivering high-quality solutions in a highly regulated and fast-moving industry.

If you are motivated by meaningful work, enjoy collaborating with experts, and want to contribute to the development of medicines for unmet medical needs, Ardena offers an environment where you can truly make an impact.

For our bioanalytical laboratory in Oss we’re looking for an experienced and talented and experienced:

Associate Scientist Immunochemistry – ligand binding assays (32-40 hours)

As an Associate Scientist Immunochemistry you will contribute to the growth of our state-of-the-art laboratory in Oss, which focuses on advanced analytical testing for small and large molecules. Your role will consist of coordination of studies within the lab, combined with lab work like bioanalysis and validation.

Your primary location will be Oss, but you will travel frequently to our site in Assen, for training purposes, collaboration with cross-functional teams and project management.

Your key responsibilities

• Responsible for the coordination of daily activities together with the Team Manager and Project manager; i.e., planning/timelines, execution, documentation, and quality control of assigned projects/studies.
• Perform analytical testing on biological samples using a range of different immunoassay techniques, like ELISA and electrochemiluminescence (ECL) as well as implementation and validation of these bioanalytical methods.
• Ensuring compliance with the quality system and regulatory guidelines and maintain thorough documentation (GLP and GCP).
• Instructing, training, and supporting technicians.
• Maintaining and qualifying laboratory equipment.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in Assen and other Ardena sites to support client projects and timelines.

Your profile

• A BSc or MSc degree in a biomedical (related) field.
• Hands-on experience with ELISA and ECL, preferably using MSD; bioanalysis and method validation, data analysis and interpretation.
• Experience in coordinating, documenting and evaluating bioanalytical studies.
• Experience in training and coaching of junior Technicians or new team members.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (GLP, GMP, or ICH/FDA/EMA guidelines) and working in a GxP environment (including LIMS).
• Strong planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch (preferred) and English.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• We value creative thinking, proactiveness and a passion for innovation and quality.
• Flexibility to travel to Assen for e.g., training purposes.

What we offer

• Salary range: € 3800,- to € 5000,- gross per month (based on a 40-hour workweek).
• A true learning environment where you can grow your skills.
• A rapidly developing and expanding company with an interesting portfolio of services, products, and clients.
• A dynamic working environment with friendly and enthusiastic colleagues.
• A company culture with open communication, where employee well-being is highly valued.
• An attractive remuneration package.
• Flexible working hours.

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Only candidates eligible to work in the EU will be considered for the position. Unfortunately, given the high volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, these professionals (not entitled to work in the European Union) will not be given a status update. Agency calls will not be appreciated.