Senior Project Technician / Research Technician

Senior Project Technician / Research Technician – Groningen, The Netherlands

QPS Netherlands B.V. , part of a global organization, supports the development of new medicines through high-quality bioanalytical research. We are looking for a Sr. Project Technician / Research Technician to join our mass spectrometric analysis team in Groningen — someone who enjoys hands-on lab work, collaborating with scientists, and contributing to important projects in drug development.

As a Sr. Project Technician / Research Technician, you’ll be a key member of our operation dedicated in helping our sponsors to develop, validate, and apply bioanalytical methods. Your work ensures our projects run smoothly and meet the highest quality standards. Methods develop and data acquired enables sponsors to bring new, cutting-edge medicines to patients and physicians worldwide.

What you will do

• Plan and execute method development, qualification, validation, and bioanalysis projects

• Advise Study Directors on the best analytical approaches

• Assist and mentor junior team members

• Troubleshoot methods, processes, and equipment

• Participate in team meetings and follow-up discussions to track project progress

• Maintain project documentation and data in line with QPS Quality System requirements and international guidelines

• Keep up to date on technical developments and share insights with the team

Who are you

You are proactive, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You have excellent time management skills and enjoy solving problems, managing multiple projects, and contributing to scientific progress. You communicate clearly and professionally, and you take pride in maintaining high-quality standards in your work. You have strong English language skill proficiency.

Education and Experience

• Relevant education and/or experience providing the knowledge and skills needed for success, such as

  • Bachelor’s degree in life sciences (or equivalent)

  • 5+ years of relevant laboratory experience for (bio)analysis and/or demonstrated experience in CRO, Clinical Research or related field

  • Candidates with less formal education but extensive practical experience, or with higher education but slightly less experience, are also considered.

• Strong knowledge of method development, validation, and troubleshooting.

• Familiarity with local and international guidelines for bioanalytical research is a plus.

What we offer

• A full-time role (40 hours/week) in a dynamic, globally active organization.

• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects for international clients.

• Professional growth through hands-on experience and cross-training.

• Access to advanced laboratory equipment and technology.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• A collaborative, supportive team environment with direct communication across functions.

Ready to apply or want to learn more?

If this sounds like your next career step, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your motivation letter and CV and join us in shaping the future of bioanalytical research. Have questions? Email us at HRM.NL@qps.com .

Vaccination Protocol

At QPS, we care about your health and safety. Our vaccination program, including Hepatitis B, helps protect our team. By applying, you agree to participate if hired. For any questions, HR is happy to help.