Introduction to Ardena

As a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), 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, clinical logistics, bioanalytical services, 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 Somerset, New Jersey (the US). 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.

If you are ready to take on new opportunities, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the future of medicine, Ardena is the place for you.

For the Ardena Business Unit based in Oss, we are looking for a

(ASSOCIATE) SCIENTIST – ANALYTICAL DEVELOPMENT

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

The analytical laboratory plays a key role in the development and validation of analytical methods to characterize active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) in different stages of pharmaceutical development. As a (associate) scientist in the Analytical Sciences department, you will implement, develop and validate chromatographic methods and will work closely with colleagues from process development in internal project teams to deliver high quality solutions that align with Ardena’s mission.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You implement, develop, and validate chromatographic methods for analysis of starting materials, intermediates, and drug substances.
• You apply these methods in development projects, e.g., to support process development, stability studies and for release analyses.
• You will write analytical methods, prepare protocols and reports containing analytical results from, e.g., method development, stability and validation reports.
• You will collaborate with other colleagues from R&D, manufacturing and quality assurance as to advance projects through development.
• You keep yourself up to date with the latest technical and CMC developments as well as insights into your area of expertise.

You will report into one of the group leaders in the Analytical Sciences Department of the business unit.

YOUR PROFILE                                                                                                                  

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree in Analytical Chemistry.
• You have at least 1-3 years of experience with LC and (HS)GC
• You have experience in method development and/or method validation.
• You have a good understanding of chemical structures and physical properties of materials that you can apply in the development of analytical methods.
• You excel in translating characterization challenges into practical analytical solutions.
• You are flexible, a problem solver and a team player with an analytical mindset.
• You have good communication skills and are fluent in English (written as well as spoken).
• You feel comfortable in a dynamic and changing environment.
• You like to learn and develop yourself.
• You are pro-active and you have a hands-on mentality.
• Ideally, you have experience with cGMP and knowledge of ICH guidelines.

 WHAT WE OFFER

At Ardena, we recognize that our people drive our success. We offer:

✔ A competitive salary with a tailor-made benefits package, including: pension plan, bonus systems and the possibility of purchasing additional leave. 
✔ Flexible working hours and 30 days of paid holiday per year
✔ A dynamic, international work environment with career growth opportunities
✔ Access to Ardena Academy, our internal learning platform for professional development
✔ A chance to contribute to groundbreaking drug development projects that make a real impact

HOW TO APPLY

Want to know more? Contact Roy van de Camp at roy.vandecamp@ardena.com.

Ready to start your career path with Ardena? Click the application button and join us in shaping the future of drug development!