Job opening - Lab Technician – Cellular Pharmacology & High-Content Imaging in Beerse

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beerse, antwerpen
temporary
full-time

job category
science & research

job details

We are looking for a hands-on, reliable Lab Technician to join the Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology (MCP) team within Discovery Technologies & Molecular Pharmacology (DTMP), part of the Therapeutics Discovery organization at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Beerse. You will work in an industry-leading team combining cell biology, high-content imaging (HCI) and laboratory automation to develop drug-discovery-ready assays and profile compounds in complex, physiologically relevant cellular models across multiple therapeutic areas.

In this role you will support assay execution and compound profiling at the bench, with a strong focus on primary-cell culture, drug treatments and high-content imaging, in a well-organized and safety-conscious laboratory environment. You will be part of a collaborative team of scientists and technicians and contribute to the continuous, high-quality generation of data that drives our discovery programs forward.

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key responsibilities
• Perform cell culture of primary cells and other cellular models (adherent and suspension), maintaining cultures under aseptic conditions and to consistent quality standards.
• Prepare and execute compound and drug treatments across assay plates (including 96-and 384-well formats), following experimental designs and predefined protocols.
• Run high-content imaging (HCI) assays end-to-end: cell seeding, staining, fixation/permeabilization, image acquisition (e.g. Yokogawa CV8000) and support of downstream data handling.
• Operate and support laboratory automation and liquid-handling platforms to enable reproducible, higher-throughput workflows.
• Accurately document all work in the electronic lab notebook (ELN) and related systems in line with departmental standards and DDI (Data & Documentation Integrity) requirements.
• Perform routine quality control and maintenance of laboratory equipment, and help keep the lab well-organized, stocked and audit-ready.
• Troubleshoot experiments in consultation with scientists, and report outcomes clearly and on time.
• Work safely at all times, respecting all EHS and safety instructions, PPE requirements and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate closely with scientists and fellow technicians, sharing knowledge and supporting team priorities and workload peaks.
qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a life-sciences discipline (e.g. biomedical / biotechnology / biology) with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience; or
• Master’s degree in a life-sciences discipline with 1+ year of relevant laboratory experience.
Must-have technical skills:
• Hands-on experience with cell culture of primary cells and aseptic technique.
• Experience preparing and performing drug/compound treatments in cellular assays.
• Practical experience with high-content imaging (sample preparation, acquisition and basic analysis).
• Experience with, or affinity for, laboratory automation and liquid-handling systems.
Ways of working:
• Diligent and detail-oriented, consistently working with safety instructions and lab procedures top of mind.
• Strong commitment to data & documentation integrity (DDI) and accurate record-keeping.
• Reliable team player who communicates openly and supports colleagues.
• Quick learner who readily masters new technologies, assays and topics with a can-do mindset.
Nice to have
• Experience with complex cellular models (co-cultures, 3D spheroids/organoids, iPSC-derived cells).
• Familiarity with imaging/analysis software such as Genedata Screener, Phaedra or 3DX.
• Experience working in a GLP / regulated or quality-driven laboratory environment.

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