Associate Scientist

Salary: up to €3500 gross/month | Contract: 12 months (maternity leave cover) | Location: Oss (Pivot Park), on-site | Full-time (40h/week)For our client (a leading pharmaceutical organization) we are recruiting an Associate Scientist, Materials Science & Engineering (MS&E) to join the Analytical Sciences organization in Oss. In this role you will work hands-on with material characterization and packaging-related investigations that directly support manufacturing, QA/QC and technical operations—ranging from small investigations to full root cause investigations.About the teamThe MS&E team in Oss (12 employees) provides global support to internal and external manufacturing sites and quality functions. Investigations focus on drug products, APIs, excipients and packaging materials using a broad analytical toolbox, including:Imaging / material identification: SEM-EDX, FTIR, Raman, Optical MicroscopyPowder characterization: PSD, bulk/tapped density, Flodex, water activity, Morphologi-4Thermal analysis / phase behavior: DSC, TGA, DVSSolid state analysis (via CRO): XRPD, Solid State NMRPackaging / mechanical testing: tensile & compression testing, X-ray inspectionWhat you’ll doExecute hands-on Materials Science & Engineering lab work to support MS&E projects and investigations, with a focus on extraneous matter and packaging topics.Use techniques such as SEM-EDX, FTIR, Raman, Optical Microscopy, tensile/compression testing and X-ray inspection.Support and assist MS&E in organizing and executing global Analytical Sciences laboratory activities within a pharmaceutical environment.Contribute to troubleshooting, structured problem solving and documentation in support of QA/QC and manufacturing needs.Write and support (technical) investigation reports with clear conclusions and data-based rationale.What we offer (SEO-optimized placement: before requirements, to increase applies)A 12-month contract via our agency (maternity leave replacement) at a top-tier pharma client in Oss.A role with strong practical exposure to analytical chemistry, materials science, packaging investigations and root cause analysis.Working in a professional Analytical Sciences environment at Pivot Park (Oss) with a collaborative specialist team.Competitive employment conditions (salary, allowances and benefits to be shared based on your profile and availability).What you bringBachelor degree (HBO/BSc) with hands-on laboratory experience, preferably in Pharmaceutical / Physical / Chemical / Analytical Science.Practical and theoretical knowledge of one or more of the listed techniques (e.g., SEM-EDX, FTIR, Raman, microscopy, mechanical testing).Experience with technical writing and documenting results (investigation reports).Ability to work independently on assigned tasks, take ownership, and perform well under time pressure.Experience in pharmaceutical R&D, manufacturing, testing and/or product investigations is a plus.Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).Confident computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Interested?Apply now by uploading your updated CV, and feel free to contact:Audrey Poluakan, Recruitment Consultant at Gi Life Sciences NetherlandsM: 0658069570E: audrey.poluakan@gigroup.com