Pharmaceutical Analyst Next Generation Sequencing

24/10/24

Location

Evergem Belgium

Vacancy

Pharmaceutical Analyst Next Generation Sequencing

Anacura, a family-owned, growing center of excellence in healthcare with over 250 employees consists of 3 independent laboratories: Labo Nuytinck, active in medical analytics and AnaBioTec and OHMX.bio, active in drug development. The labs have their main activities in a state-of-art anacura building set in a green environment near Ghent, Belgium.

OHMX.bio is a leader in advanced -omics technologies, specializing in cutting-edge discovery and (pre)clinical studies. We offer personalized, on-demand multi-omics research services, seamlessly integrating state-of-the-art wet lab and bioinformatics capabilities to deliver exceptional quality. Our expertise spans genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, translatomics, proteomics, and microbiomics, supported by technologies like Next and Third Generation Sequencing, qPCR, mass spectrometry.

OHMX.bio is exited to expand its innovative and dynamic team with a highly motivated pharmaceutical analyst. You will play a crucial role in our semi-automated workflows, contributing to various stages of the process going from extraction of DNA/RNA from a wide array of samples, to library preparation and next and third generation sequencing techniques. Your work will be vital in ensuring the ensuring the high quality of our services.

 

Responsibilities

  • Perform DNA and RNA extractions on a wide range of samples (cells, tissue, liquid biopsies, metagenome samples,…).

  • Perform established library preparation workflows for next and third generation sequencing (ONT) techniques.

  • Perform quality control tasks on extracted samples and sequencing libraries.

  • Interpret results and initiate further investigation in case of deviations.

  • Maintain accurate documentation related to the wet lab procedures.

  • Participate in internal training sessions.

  • Collaborate with the bioinformatics team to ensure data integrity and support the development of new analytical methods.

  • Assist in the optimization of workflows, ensuring they meet the high standards set by OHMX.bio.

  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures and work instructions as prescribed by ISO 9001, 27001, and GCLP standards.

Profile

  • You hold a Professional Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical and Biological laboratory techniques, Biotechnology, or a related field.

  • You work with high precision and can organize your tasks efficiently.

  • You have strong problem-solving skills and can multitask effectively.

  • You embrace the opportunity of working with new technologies.

  • Proficiency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.

 

Offer

  • You will be part of the anacura group, a family owned, long term focused and ambitious laboratory organization.

  • You will join a dynamic team and have a position with autonomy and responsibility with opportunities to take initiatives to support further growth.

  • You will be offered a competitive salary with fringe benefits, a green work environment  and the possibility to join our bike lease program, flexible working hours, a healthy lunch, and a pleasant fun club.

  • You are stimulated in your personal growth; we build on your talents in accordance with our ambitions.

 

Interested?

Your application will be considered quickly and with the greatest confidentiality. For additional information please contact Cindy Bogaert: jobs@anacura.com or +32 9 257 15 07.

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