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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.
Biotechnology Operator
Job description
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.