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Our client, a biotech company based in Zwijnaarde, is a global biotechnology firm bringing innovative CAR-T cell therapy to Ghent. The company makes a daily difference in the lives of many patients suffering from cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
Currently in a phase of significant growth, they are looking for motivated and dedicated team members to join their mission.
Biotech Operations
Job description
This position is part of our talent pool. We are not actively recruiting for this position at the moment, but we will carefully keep track of your application and contact you when the role becomes available again.
Are you a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in biotechnology, chemistry, agro- or life sciences? Are you ready to put your knowledge and skills into practice in a setting where innovation meets purpose?
Your journey starts with comprehensive training, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of aseptic (germ-free) techniques and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), the key standards that guide our industry. You’ll quickly gain confidence with the tools, procedures, and mindset that define high-quality biotech production.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Contributing to aseptic and manual production processes
- Working in a cleanroom laboratory environment
- Performing production steps in controlled areas (grade A/B/C/D), such as spiking, media changes, cell culture, and freezing therapeutic products
- Managing equipment, including inspections and maintenance
- Thorough cleaning and disinfection of materials
- Supporting transitions between production zones
- Ensuring patients receive high-quality therapies on time
Profile
- You’re eager to apply your scientific background and contribute to something meaningful, making a real difference in the lives of patients.
- You’re energized by dynamic environments and excited to keep learning and growing within advanced biomanufacturing.
- You hold a bachelor’s degree in biotechnology, chemistry, agro- or life sciences, and you’re ready to take the next step from the classroom to cutting-edge industry.
- You value structure and precision, and you feel comfortable working in a sterile (aseptic) setting, wearing the proper cleanroom gear.
- High-tech equipment and innovative processes spark your curiosity, you want to be part of what’s next.
- You communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.
- You’re a real team player with a strong eye for detail, and you understand the importance of following procedures carefully.
- You’re flexible and open to working in shifts.
- You’re excited about a 4-days-on, 4-days-off schedule that supports both focus and work-life balance.
Offer
- You will join the fascinating world of biotechnology in a strong, respectful, and diverse team where everyone is welcome.
- A competitive salary and meal vouchers of €7 per working day.
- A 4-days-on / 4-days-off shift schedule, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
- Work in a 3-shift regime, while being comfortable rotating across all nine possible shifts:
- 6:00–16:00, 07:00-17:00, 08:00-18:00, 09:00-19:00, 10:00–20:00, 12:00–22:00, 14:00–00:00, 16:00–02:00 + future night shift
- We have collective leave: 6 days in summer and 2 days in winter, so everyone can take a well-deserved break at the same time. You can schedule your remaining vacation days freely.
- After six months, depending on your performance, the opportunity for a permanent contract, including group and health insurance and other benefits.
- An international and inclusive workplace where English is the primary language for communication and training.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development to support your career growth.