About us

As a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization (CRDMO), Ardena partners with pharmaceutical companies of all sizes—from emerging biotech to global industry leaders—united by the mission to help biopharma innovators navigate drug development with precision, quality, and speed, bringing their molecules from discovery to the clinic and market. Our fully integrated services span drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, nanomedicine, bioanalytical services, clinical logistics, state research, fill & finish, and CMC regulatory support.

With a rapidly growing international footprint, Ardena is home to over 750 professionals across six strategic locations - Belgium (Ghent), the Netherlands (Oss and Assen), Sweden (Södertälje), Spain (Pamplona), and the US (Somerset, New Jersey). Our open and transparent culture is built on collaboration, ownership, and innovation, guided by our We CARE values. We foster a communicative environment where mutual respect, accountability, and excellence empower our team.

We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals eager to grow their careers in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting out, Ardena provides a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to meaningful drug development projects, expand your knowledge, and be part of a global team committed to making a difference. As an international organization, we help you navigate a career path that expands your possibilities beyond borders, opening doors to personal and professional growth without limits. Your potential to grow is limitless with us.

For the Ardena Bioanalysis Business Unit based in Assen, The Netherlands, we are looking for a:

(Senior) Project Manager LC-MS/MS (32-40 hours/week)

Our bioanalytical laboratory is a highly specialized, GLP-compliant facility offering a wide range of bioanalytical services to global pharmaceutical partners, from early drug discovery to Phase IV clinical studies. Our mission is to provide precise quantitative and qualitative analyses of drugs and biomarkers in biological matrices using cutting-edge techniques, including LC-MS/MS, ligand-binding assays (ELISA), qPCR, and flow cytometry.

Our growing team of bioanalytical scientists brings expertise across diverse fields, covering small molecules, peptides, cells, and proteins—such as antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, oligonucleotides, and nanoparticles.

Your Role

You will be responsible for preparing, organizing, and managing bioanalytical studies using LC-MS/MS as the primary analytical technique throughout various stages of the project lifecycle. Your duties will include implementation, development, qualification, validation, and application of bioanalytical methods.

Supporting your project teams effectively and collaborating with peers, business development, science, quality assurance, and laboratory management is crucial. Maintaining close contact with your customers and exceeding their expectations is of high importance. Your drive for continuous improvement will contribute to the growth of the organization. This role reports to the Team Lead Project Management LC-MS/MS.

Your Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead and manage multiple LC-MS/MS bioanalytical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, quality standards and scientific soundness.
• Client Interaction: Foster strong client relationships and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with laboratory scientists and (project) technicians to plan, develop, validate and apply bioanalytical methods.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with GLP, GCP, and other relevant regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality data and documentation.
• Documentation: Write and review standard operating procedures (SOPs), bioanalytical methods, project plans, and reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in initiatives to enhance laboratory processes, efficiency, and quality.
• Promoting Ardena's service offerings: Preparing and reviewing of quotes and proposals in collaboration with business development, proposals and marketing.

Profile Profile

You are an enthusiastic and energetic professional specializing in LC-MS/MS that likes a dynamic and developing environment focusing on quality, efficiency, teamwork and results. You possess a flexible attitude, adept problem-solving skills, and take responsibility.

• Education: Preferably an MSc or PhD in the field of (bio)analytical chemistry or a related area.
• Experience: You possess a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in LC-MS/MS, preferably in bioanalysis.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple LC-MS/MS projects.
• Accurate, proactive, and flexible: You work with precision and adapt easily to changing circumstances.
• Takes initiative and has a positive mindset: You like to take the lead and have a positive, can-do mentality.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking: You possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Stress-resistant: You remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Team player: You collaborate effectively with colleagues within the Ardena team to achieve common goals and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
• Customer Focus: Commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and preferably Dutch.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
  

What We Offer

• Attractive Employment Conditions.
• Flexible Working Hours.
• Learning Environment: A supportive learning environment in a growing company, where you can develop your skills.
• Dynamic Work Environment: A dynamic organization with friendly and enthusiastic colleagues, where employee well-being is valued.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with a team of professionals in an informal atmosphere.

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Only candidates eligible to work in the EU will be considered for the position. Unfortunately, given the high volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, these professionals (not entitled to work in the European Union)  will not be given a status update. Agency calls will not be appreciated.