Associate Scientist – Aseptic Manufacturing

ABOUT US

Ardena is a leading contract development organization for the pharmaceutical industry. We assist pharmaceutical companies, from virtual biotech to big pharma, in bringing their valued molecule(s) to the clinic and market. We provide a comprehensive and integrated portfolio of drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, logistics and bioanalytical services.

The Ardena Group is operating from five sites in Europe and one in US.

For the Ardena Business Unit Drug Product Development and Manufacturing (DDM) based in Ghent (Belgium), we are looking for an Associate Scientist – Aseptic Manufacturing.

The main role as Associate Scientist – Aseptic Manufacturing is to actively take part in small-scale GMP manufacturing for new chemical entities and new treatments under the guidance of the Group Leader – Aseptic Manufacturing.

As an Associate Scientist – Aseptic Manufacturing, you will be working in Ardena Gent’s brand new Fill & Finish facility on e.g. sterile solutions intended for injectables. Activities mainly involve executing manual operations, such as manufacturing of parenteral solutions (containing small molecules or protein-based drugs), filling and capping of vials using high-end equipment in an isolator.

In order to perform these GMP activities in line with the authority guidelines, you will follow a detailed Batch Record Documentation (BRD) to execute this protocol step by step. Furthermore, you will always work in a team of at least 2 other technician and/or scientists.

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmaceutical laboratory techniques, pharmaceutical assistant or equivalent.
• You have experience in working in a cleanroom within a GMP quality system.
• Hands‑on experience on working in an aseptic/sterile environment (LAF cabinet or isolator) is a plus.
• You are eager to learn.
• You are quality minded and well‑organized (e.g. documentation, etc.).
• You act according to our values (we CARE):

• Good command of the English language (both written and verbal).
• You are Communicative: you are able to recognize and elevate relevant issues while being a team player and have an open mindset.
• You are Accountable: you take initiative and responsibility for the projects you work on. You stay positive in all circumstances.
• You are Reliable: you have an eye for detail while working accurate & precise. You are able to keep accurate records and follow procedures. Routine does not scare you.
• You strive in Excellence: you have a “Yes we can” mentality and are willing to learn new techniques and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Good command of the English language (both written and verbal).

An attractive and tailor‑made remuneration package including extra‑legal benefits such as:

• An attractive and progressive salary system including relevant extra-legal benefits (meal and eco vouchers, group + hospitalization insurance, allowance for daily commute, etc.)
• Flexible working hours
• 32 days holiday per year
• Ability to grow your skills in a dynamic and rapidly growing company with an international customer portfolio