Lab Technician- Biotechnology-Gent

The company is a global biotechnology firm dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. They are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From their three R&D sites around the world, they apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

For the branch in Zwijnaarde the company is looking for new Laboratory Technicians to participate with their research.

These are the responsibilities of a Laboratory Technician:

• Works daily in a cleanroom manufacturing environment (Grade A/B/C/D)


• Manufactures clinical & commercial grade ATMPs by aseptic manual process, including isolation, selection, activation, transduction, culture, fill and finish and cryopreservation of cells according to SOPs and aseptic techniques


• Performs in process control testing on batch samples, such as cell counting and viability


• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and calling for repairs


• Contributes to activities related to processes optimizations, and introduction of new products, procedures and equipment in GMP areas


• Participates in the follow-up of QMS-related tasks, including Change Control Request (CCR), deviations/events and CAPA


• Provides support to writing and revising SOPs and associated documents (incl. batch records, work files, checklists, procedures) related to routine Production documentation.


• Manages raw materials, consumables and wastes, incl. preparation of internal orders, entry and exit from the zones, cleaning and storage, according to SOPs


• Works in a constructive and flexible way in a team

This is the profile of a Laboratory Technician:

• Graduate, Bachelor's, Master's degree in Science, Bio-Engineering, BioTechnology, Pharmacy or related field or equivalent experience required


• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross-functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively.


• Strong influence and relationship building skills with an emphasis on teamwork


• In-depth understanding of function and application of product


• Clear and succinct verbal and written communication skills with an attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.


• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and EMEA guidance related to manufacturing of cell based products.


• Focus on quality, compliance and detail


• Ability to work in (transversal) teams - Team spirit


• Strong problem solving, pragmatic and positive critical thinking skills


• Can do attitude, Right first time


• Self-motivated, enthusiastic personality, team player with a desire to learn new skills


• Flexible mindset capable to deal with ambiguity and to respond quickly, energetically, and enthusiastically to changes


• Self-motivated, enthusiastic personality, team player, with a desire to learn new skills and train juniors


• Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)


• Experience working in cGMP systems including PASx, eLIMs, Siemens, and SAP is preferred


• Ability to accommodate unplanned overtime on little to no prior notice


• Ability to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts, evenings and weekends as per operational needs is required.


• Fluent in English, knowledge of Dutch is a plus.