For Eurofins PROXY Laboratories B.V. in Leiden we are looking for a Project Manager.

Eurofins BioPharma Product testing is a GMP service provider of laboratory testing and manufacturing services to the international life sciences market. Our services range from physical, chemical and microbiological quality control testing of pharmaceutical raw materials to finished dosage forms, thereby covering release, stability and method development and validation. In addition to testing, EBPT NL has an aseptic manufacturing unit in which small-scale compounding and fill and finish activities of clinical trial medication are performed. Labelling, packaging, storage, and distribution services are also offered. In-process and release testing as well as releasing the batch are included in this service.

In this position you will primarily be responsible for multidiciplinary projects concerning the development and validation of a variety of analytical methods as well as aseptic fill and finish activities. In close collaboration with team leaders of laboratory and manufacturing teams, you will coordinate activities of our scientists, technicians and operators, both within the PROXY organisation as well as for other Business Units within the Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing NL group.

As a project manager

• You provide operational input  for quotes/proposals to ensure capabilities and client needs are aligned;

• You check that the scope of work and budget accurately to reflect documented client expectations at all times;

• You define project milestones and check project performance against plan, from signed contract to invoice paid;

• You motivate the project team members and make sure that their tasks and timelines are clear at all times;

• You compose complete and accurate study files to pass prevailing regulatory inspections;

• You review documentation such as analytical protocols and result reports;

• You make sure that these projects are conducted in accordance with GMP standards and procedures;

• You support client and internal audits;

For this position we will select experienced candidates with the following background:

• PhD or MSc degree in life sciences;
• At least three years of experience as a project manager  in a laboratory or production setting, preferably as a service provider;
• Working experience in a GMP facility;
• Experience in development and validation of analytical methods, preferrably including chromatography;
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills;
• The ability to translate project objectives into actionable team goals and to motivate teams in the successful execution;
• Independent, thorough and able to perform under pressure;
• Hands-on mentality;
• Result- and customer-oriented;
• Quick adaption to unexpected situations;
• Good communicator, both in Dutch (preferred) as well as in English (must);

PROXY and Eurofins: A world of possibilities

This position is based at Eurofins PROXY Laboratories on the Bio Science Park in Leiden. We highly value our strong team spirit and encourage collaboration between colleagues.

Eurofins PROXY Laboratories offers a wide range of personal and professional possibilities:

• A responsible and challenging position within the team;
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and input;
• Specialist training and a range of opportunities for personal and professional development;
• Flexible working hours;

Working at Eurofins PROXY laboratories offers you the flexibility and personal touch of working in a medium sized and dynamic company, whilst also allowing you to benefit from having Eurofins as a parent company. Our ambitious growth plans provide ample opportunities for the motivated employees:

• Plenty of opportunities for growth;

• Varied work where you are in regular contact with other companies and scientists within the Eurofins group ;

• A broad customer portfolio ensuring a lot of diversity in your work.

Would you like to know more?

For questions regarding the position, please contact our Human Resources Department at 071 524 40 80.

Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.