• Organizing, conducting, and reporting multiple lab assays and processes.
• Identifying, documenting, and following up on assay deviations.
• Ensuring sufficient stock and availability of laboratory reagents and consumables.
• Maintaining and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Identifying, reporting, and following up on equipment malfunctions.
• Supporting the training and onboarding of trainees and new employees.
• Providing laboratory support to the project team.
• Proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and proposing solutions to enhance laboratory processes and workflows.
• Fulfill general tasks within the organization related to GLP, SHE, IT and/or laboratory coordination.
• Perform all tasks according to GLP and SHE compliance requirements.
• Close interaction with fellow scientists within own and other departments.

• Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with immunological and virological laboratory techniques, including ELISA, AlphaLISA, haemagglutination inhibition, virus neutralization, immunofluorescence assays, and (q)PCR. Experience within a veterinary diagnostics environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with quality systems and regulated laboratory environments, such as GLP and ISO standards.
• A proactive, pragmatic, and enthusiastic professional who can work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Strong team player with a flexible and collaborative mindset.
• Residing within a reasonable commuting distance of Boxmeer.

Working with us means contributing to health and well-being in an international environment alongside dedicated colleagues. You will have every opportunity to develop yourself and showcase your talents. In addition, you can expect an attractive employment package, including:

• Competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience.
• 3% year-end bonus and an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company results.
• At least 35.5 days of annual leave.
• Travel allowance and a comprehensive pension plan.
• A high-quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy meals every day.
• Excellent accessibility; the train station is located directly at our main entrance, with ample parking facilities available.
• Contribution toward a personal sports membership to support your well-being.
• A beautiful private park on site, ideal for walks, breaks, or relaxation.
• Mental well-being support through Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a dedicated prayer and meditation room.
• Extensive career development opportunities due to the size of the site and the presence of numerous disciplines and global departments in Boxmeer.
• A workplace within an organization that continues to grow and evolve.

Our Animal Health division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive impact on animal care and the world's food supply, driven by a strong sense of responsibility toward our customers, consumers, animals, society, and the planet.

Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we provide veterinarians, farmers, pet owners, and governments with one of the industry's broadest portfolios of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines, health management solutions and services, as well as digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic R&D capabilities and a modern global supply chain. We operate in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in approximately 150 markets worldwide.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please send your inquiry, including the vacancy number and job title, to RecruitmentNL@MSD.com. Please note that applications can only be submitted through our careers website.