MSAT process engineer

  • Location: Geel
  • Job #26839

MSAT Process Engineer

Contracting – Antwerp

Your responsibilities:
The Manufacturing Science, Analytical and Technology department (MSAT) represents the scientific backbone of the company that provides commercial manufacturing support, process/method optimization (lifecycle management), technology transfer of new products and processes/methods and innovative, robust, and cost-effective next-generation processes/methods. To accommodate these complex scientific roles, the MSAT has extensive state-of-the-art laboratory capacity on site to develop and implement lab-scale models and analytical methods.

The company has engaged in a company-wide digitalization program that aims to integrate all (non-GMP) MSAT laboratory-related activities into iLab, a software package that is completely transforming the daily lab activities from paper-based to digital (including raw material inventory, notebooks, task management, data management) and allow for data collection and analysis on a global scale. This digital transformation entails the development of electronic notebook methods and the connectivity of laboratory equipment to ensure an efficient way of working.

Your profile:

  • You are familiar with laboratory informatics e.g. laboratory and data management systems and digital lab solutions
  • You have a PhD or master in Life Sciences, with relevant experience of minimum 3 years in biotech process/analytical development or MSAT-like functions.
  • Since all writing is in English and given the international context, you are fluent in writing and talking in English.
  • You are used to work in a lab environment and have specific experience in growing mammalian cells in bioreactors and/or protein purification and/or analytical assays.
  • You are flexible to adapt to changing priorities and willing to learn at a rapid pace.
  • You have affinity with IT systems and have an exploratory mindset to search for digital solutions in a laboratory environment.
  • You are a strong and spontaneous communicator who is eager to resonate with people across an organization, discuss and find compromises with people from different MSAT sub-teams.
  • You have an excellent analytical and problem-solving mindset, are accurate with the necessary eye for detail.

Our offer ?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

Quality Project Associate

  • Location: Puurs
  • Remote: Remote
  • Job #26838

Quality Project Associate

Contracting – Antwerp

Your responsibilities:

  • Product Quality as the independent quality authority for product-related qualifications and validations of the assigned products.
  • Compliant and right first-time product launches within Quality Operations (QO)  
  • Regulatory CMC (= Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls) compliance of the plant processes with the regulatory filings

Validation
Act as quality authority in a consistent way, in compliance with cGMPs and current regulatory expectations, for the following qualification and validation documents:

  • Process qualification/validation
  • Method validation
  • Filter validation
  • Component qualification
  • Raw material evaluation
  • DHF

Registration
The composition, production processes, specifications, analytical methods of the drug products are described in the registration dossiers of the different markets. The QPA is responsible for pursuing regulatory CMC compliance of the site practice versus the registration dossiers. This is achieved by participating in the following processes:

 

  • Data verification and QA review of initial marketing authorization filings and variations, responses to health authority queries, briefing documents for scientific advice meetings;
  • Performing compliance checks of the registration dossiers of the different markets versus the site practice.

Implementation
Ensure correct and timely implementation of approved regulatory changes in the site: follow-up on approvals and commitments in the different markets.

Your profile:

  • Master’s degree in scientific discipline
  • 2 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical sector and/or medical device industry with specific experience or interest in Quality Assurance or Compliance and in regulatory affairs (CMC) for pharmaceutical products.
  • Quality mindset
  • Pragmatic
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and social skills
  • Scientific knowledge and skills
  • Languages: fluent in Dutch and English
  • Excellent knowledge of cGMP, regulatory guidances and relevant medical device and combination product regulations.

Our offer:
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. Are you interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

Category Associate, Real-World Evidence and Medical Affairs

  • Location: Braine l'Alleud
  • Job #26816

Category Associate, Real-World Evidence and Medical Affairs

Contracting – Brabant Wallon

Your responsibilities:
– Support sourcing strategies and supplier management for R&D outsourced activities.
– Collect and analyze spend data, contribute to strategic sourcing and contracting.
– Participate in commercial negotiations and drafting of Master Service Agreements.
– Attend meetings independently, manage stakeholder relationships, and contribute to procurement initiatives.
– Administrative tasks such as tracker updates, savings recording, and report generation.

Your profile:
– 3 years’ experience.
– Experience in pharmaceutical industry (clinical environment preferred).
– Procurement knowledge: sourcing processes, strategic support, contracting.
– Fluency in English & French.
– Strong stakeholder management, communication skills, and ability to work independently.
– Contract drafting and negotiation skills.
– Understanding of conversion models and commercial negotiations.

Nice to have:
– Experience in data analysis and collection.
– Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and risk management.
– Ability to contribute to supplier relationship management and market intelligence.
– Experience in project management and change management.

Our offer ?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

 

MSAT Scientist Mass Spectrometry

  • Location: Antwerp
  • Job #26795
MSAT Scientist Mass Spectrometry

Contracting – Antwerp

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop, optimize, execute and/or transfer liquid-chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (LC-MS) methods.
  • Act as expert for analytical HPLC and mass spectrometry.
  • Integrate characterization LC-MS data with process/product knowledge.
  • End-to-end method responsibility, starting with method development and optimization up to method execution, data reporting and documentation.
  • Experience with common analytical workflows (peptide mapping, release glycans) is a plus.
  • Identification of improvements for existing methods to introduce new technology, increase method robustness, and reduce release cycle time.
  • Investigational support for product and process, generation of scientific/technical study protocols and report. Impact assessment upon signification deviations in the analytical methods, production process and providing technical/scientific expertise.
  • Support analytical activities for product characterization, transfer and process improvements for products in late development, next-generation, or commercial phase.

Profile:

  • PhD or Master in Life Sciences with mass spectrometry experience – mandatory, or equivalent through relevant experience.
  • Prior hands-on experience with LC-MS is a must.
  • Experience with large molecule LC-MS data interpretation (at intact of peptide levels) is a plus.
  • Good fundamental understanding of chromatography methods and mass spectrometry and can rely on this knowledge to accelerate projects and support troubleshooting. Prior hands-on experience with LC-MS troubleshooting is highly desired.
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in method development, validation, and investigation testing/support in an analytical function. This experience can be acquired as company or academic experience.
  • Good understanding of GMP and the manufacturing and testing of biologics.
  • Quality-oriented mindset.
  • Fluent in writing and speaking in English.
  • Flexible and willing to adapt to changing priorities and willing to learn at a rapid pace. You are willing to support small-scale studies, quality investigations and MSAT-driven projects both in the lab and as part of a cross-function team.
  • Excellent analytical problem-solving mindset, you are accurate and have an eye for details
  • Familiar with various statistical and data trending techniques.
  • Strong communicator, who can connect, go into discussion, and find compromises with people in other departments or sites.
  • English, fluent in writing and speaking
  • Mostly Dutch speaking environment/team

Our offer ?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

 

R&D packaging technologist

  • Location: LOVENDEGEM
  • Job #26773

R&D Packaging Technologist
West Flanders – Contracting
What are your responsibilities?
As an R&D Packaging Technologist, you develop, test, and homologate new or innovative packaging solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, to ensure product integrity, sustainability, and alignment with business objectives, which meet customer needs, compliance standards, and operational efficiency.
Pro-actively lead collaboration with cross-functional partners to develop robust packaging pipelines across innovation, renovation, sustainability and margin management, based on consumer needs and business strategy

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external cross-functional stakeholders to broaden perspective, identify areas of opportunity, leverage capabilities, apply outside-in thinking and effectively influence and gain support for initiatives, and deliver winning packaging solutions
  • Assist in the development and improvement of prototypes, tooling, and pilot production processes, contributing to product enhancement. for internal and external evaluation
  • Support sustainability initiatives by researching and evaluating sustainable materials, recyclability, and lightweighting opportunities. Contribute to packaging material reduction projects without compromising product integrity or consumer experience
  • Ensure packaging materials and processes adhere to local and international regulations, including safety, labeling, and environmental guidelines
  • Stay updated on industry standards and contribute to ensuring compliance across all packaging solutions
  • Communicate to business partners progress, risks and changes on active projects and influence decisions informed by deep consumer-, technical- and business understanding
  • Fulfill and maintain accurate records of packaging specifications, testing data, and project milestones. Prepare reports summarizing findings, project updates, and recommendations
  • Stay abreast of packaging technology developments, regulatory landscape changes and competitive packaging activity to grow awareness and make informed decisions

Who are you?

  • Have minimum 3 years’ experience on the same position or equivalent approach.
  • Possess a Food Technology Degree, Engineering and / or with operations equivalent experience.
  • Certifications in packaging-related disciplines are a plus.
  • Creativity to generate innovative packaging solutions, approaches and ideas.
  • Experience in packaging development, preferably within food, consumer goods, or pharmaceutical industries.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes and packaging machinery.
  • Have knowledge related to food legislation, hygiene and safety.
  • Knowledge of packaging materials (e.g., plastics, glass, paperboard) and their applications.
  • Experience with packaging testing methods and quality assurance protocols. Proficiency in software for packaging design and analysis.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Open minded approach to be close to the market to learn the state-of-the-art solutions in place or in progress.
  • Have a clear cross functional attitude, promoting interaction and constituting a key pillar for collaboration within areas and with external agents.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across departments.
  • Resilience to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change and persevere through challenges.

What can you expect?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way.

Qualification & Validation Engineer

  • Location: Antwerp
  • Remote: Remote
  • Job #26763

Qualification & Validation Engineer
Contracting – Antwerpen
Verantwoordelijkheden

  • Ontwikkelen, implementeren en uitvoeren van URS, SIA, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ, RV en TM activiteiten voor kleinschalige apparatuur, inclusief de bijhorende software.
  • Opzetten en uitvoeren van validatiestudies voor cGMP-kritische processystemen om compliance met cGMP, gebruikers- en regelgevingsvereisten aan te tonen.
  • Uitvoeren van kwalificaties van systemen waar industriestandaarden bestaan maar interpretatie vereist is, conform cGMP, cGLP’s en Sanofi-procedures.
  • Zorgen dat de gekwalificeerde status van systemen steeds cGMP-conform blijft.
  • Ondersteunen van projecten in lijn met cGMP-regelgevingsnormen.
  • Op de hoogte blijven van nieuwe validatieregels en testpraktijken, en technische ondersteuning bieden m.b.t. FDA- en EU-vereisten.
  • Beheren van validatiedocumentatie van opmaak tot goedkeuring en implementatie.
  • Input leveren bij change assessments om te bepalen of wijzigingen impact hebben op de gekwalificeerde status en documentatie.

Profiel

  • Grondige kennis van cGMP-vereisten in een gereguleerde omgeving.
  • Begrip van relevante kwaliteits- en compliance-regelgeving.
  • Probleemoplossend en in staat om validatie-issues te troubleshooten.
  • Goede kennis van Quality Management Systems.
  • Ervaring: 2–4 jaar in een farmaceutische of healthcare productieomgeving, met specifieke ervaring in kwalificatie van kleinschalige apparatuur en bijhorende software.

Our offer?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

QA Plant Manager

  • Location: LOVENDEGEM
  • Job #26757

QA plant Manager
Contracting – Gent
Verantwoordelijkheden :

  • Coördineren en implementeren van het Quality Management Systeem op de site (KPI’s, non-conformiteiten, QA-opleidingen).
  • Uitvoeren van risico-analyses en opstellen/volgen van actieplannen.
  • Aansturen van het lokale QC-team en samenwerken met andere Plant QA Managers rond nieuwe projecten en wetgeving.
  • Uitvoeren van interne audits op eigen en andere sites + coördineren van opvolgacties.
  • Voorbereiden en begeleiden van externe audits (BRC, IFS, ACS, klantenaudits zoals Sainsbury’s, Lidl).
  • Opstellen van QA trendanalyses met focus op continuous improvement.
  • Actief bijdragen aan TPM als hoofd van de kwaliteitspijler.
  • Verantwoordelijk voor interne en externe communicatie rond kwaliteitsdossiers en -projecten.

Profiel

  • Masterdiploma of gelijkwaardig door ervaring.
  • 3–5 jaar ervaring binnen kwaliteitsmanagement in de voedingsindustrie.
  • Ervaring met GFSI (BRC, IFS, …) audits.
  • Sterk analytisch met kritische blik.
  • Communicatief en overtuigend in het promoten van QA.
  • Flexibel, open en verbeteringsgericht.
  • Hands-on, stressbestendig en besluitvaardig.
  • Vloeiend in Nederlands en goede kennis van Engels.

Our offer?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]
 

Scientist, Injectable Drug Product Process Development

  • Location: Braine l'Alleud
  • Job #26751

Scientist, Injectable Drug Product Process Development

Walloon Brabant – Contracting

Major Responsibilities

  • Design and execution of lab studies in relation to drug product development activities, capture and analyze data and author related documentation (write-ups, protocols, reports (e.g. filter selection and sizing, target fill volume assessment, compatibility assessments, clinical blinding, etc.) ;
  • Capture and analyze critical manufacturing process data for process understanding and process characterization ;
  • Perform process risk assessments ;
  • Design DP processes for sterile injectable drug products in liquid or lyophilized powder form, in vials, pre-filled syringes or as combination products) ;
  • Define the investigational medicine product preparation process in clinical trials ;
  • Provide support to ensure timely manufacture of stability and clinical DP batches ;
  • Provide support to process performance qualification/validation Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with the client's quality system, cGMP and latest regulatory requirements ;
  • Provide support in the completion of the relevant sections of the CMC regulatory submissions and regulatory briefing documents and response to questions from authorities ;
  • Provide support in investigations of deviations and complaints related to DP quality ;
  • Support knowledge transfer from late phase development to commercial for validated DP processes ;
  • Contribute to develop the ways of working in the department.

Profile

  • Bachelor's Degree ;
  • 2–3 years of experience in manufacturing or production support ;
  • Knowledge of fill & finish processes (even indirect) ;
  • Ability to work independently after a few months ;
  • Scientific critical thinking ;
  • Clear and transparent communication ;
  • Motivation and energy ;
  • Fluent English (documents, meetings, interactions) ;
  • Scientist grade.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with syringes or injectable liquids ;
  • Experience working with CMOs ;
  • Understanding of fill & finish steps and their impact on the product ;
  • Ability to translate needs into lab language/protocols ;
  • Experience writing scientific reports.

Our Offer

Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

Automation & SCADA Engineer – Aveva

  • Location: Braine l'Alleud
  • Job #26748

Automation & SCADA Engineer – Aveva

Walloon Brabant – Contracting

Major Responsabilities

  • Develop and maintain automation documentation and software for all assets lifecycle ;
  • Attend to workshops to ensure alignment with the different companies and disciplines ;
  • Participate to the overall automation strategy ;
  • Follow ‘up Automation Integrator and Vendor Packages during development and execution ;
  • Put in place strong collaboration with manufacturing entities to deliver strong support and expertise ;
  • Verify Automation Integrators deliverables and anticipate any cost increase ;
  • Attend to FAT / SAT / commissioning / Validation ;
  • Ensure automation deliverables follow GMP and HSE regulations ;
  • Proactively report and manage risks ;
  • Review verification protocols ;
  • Be part for 24/7 guard support in hybrid model with Automation Integrators (L1/L2) ;
  • Organize operator training ;
  • Perform handover to operation and support team ;
  • Manage punch list related to its packages / buildings.

Profil

  • Master's Degree
  • 5 years in Engineering projects in Process Automation
  • Proven involvement in significant engineering projects, including risk/mitigation management ;
  • Good level of French and English ;
  • Strong knowledge of AVEVA System Platform (SP), OMI and RM with hands-on experience in troubleshooting and production support ;
  • Strong knowledge of SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio) for troubleshooting, running queries to extract and analyze data for investigations ;
  • Basic knowledge of SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) applied to designing, maintaining and troubleshootings generation of reports for operational needs ;
  • Basic knowledge of Aler AMS application with experience in configuring and monitoring the system for production support ;
  • Strong knowledge in design, execution and C&V ;
  • Ability to translate and present expert concerns to facilitate decision ;
  • Ability to work in highly dynamic environment and to handle challenging situations ;
  • High communication skills (leadership, negotiation, change management, facilitation) ;
  • Able to reach team decision and high sense of responsibility ;
  • Ability to challenge and argument ;
  • Ready to travel a limited period of time ;

Nice to Have:

  • IT knowledge (network, PC management) ;
  • Ability to communicate with IT ;
  • Pharma experience ;
  • Awareness of quality/regulatory requirements.

Our Offer

Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]

Solutions Quality Lead

  • Location: Braine l'Alleud
  • Job #26749

Solutions Quality Lead

Contracting – Brabant Wallon

Your responsibilities:
The company is seeking a Solutions Quality Lead to join the R&D Quality department, focusing on Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliance. The role is critical for supporting audit management, inspection readiness, and process improvement in pharmaceutical development.

  • Manage and deliver GLP, GCP Lab, Toxicology, and Pharmacokinetics audits.
  • Assign and ensure completion of audits supporting candidate development.
  • Conduct or peer-review study plans, amendments, and reports.
  • Contribute to process improvement by reviewing global regulations and updating SOPs and policies.
  • Investigate non-compliance issues and facilitate stakeholder discussions for action plans.
  • Support inspection readiness and participate in inspections by authorities or business partners.
  • Archive audit documentation and follow up on CAPA actions.
  • Represent R&D and PV Quality at meetings and provide guidance to team members when requested.
     

Your profile:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience required, ideally 5 years.
  • Experience must be in pharma, specifically GLP auditing in small molecules.
  • Strong English language skills and French.
  • Ability to work autonomously and transparently, with strong communication skills.
  • Energy and motivation to raise issues and drive results.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, presentation, training, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in influencing and collaborating within a global matrix organization.

Our offer ?
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. We will be your career partner for each step along the way. You’re interested in this job? We kindly invite you to apply or send me your CV, [email protected]