Production Operator (Purification & Production)(EU)

Job location: (Ghent, Belgium)

Job category: Full-time

Key Responsibilities：

  • The execution of preparative experiments (HPLC) and analytical experiments such as liquid chromatography coupled to different types of detectors (MS, UV, PDA and ELSD detectors) as well as gas chromatography.
  • Together with the Operation Manager, to prepare and schedule the experimental work.
  • The execution of the following techniques such as dry mass determination, freeze drying, SpeedVac concentration, crystallization, IR spectrometry, ion exclusion chromatography and thin layer chromatography (TLC).
  • Perform purification of compounds on both small and large scale.
  • Analyse and characterize purified products to ensure they meet quality and purity standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges and optimize purification methods
  • Develop, optimise and validate analytical methods for product characterization
  • Write and review technical reports, SOPs and other technical documentation.
  • Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration, cleaning, and functionality
  • Conducting and support other teams to synthesis small volume chemicals to meet customer requirement
  • Provide support for experimental redesign and troubleshooting analytical issues
  • Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with laboratory safety protocols and guidelines
  • Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced, including the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Required Qualifications and Skills

  • A professional bachelor’s degree with expertise in preparative and analytical chromatographic techniques is required. Possession of a higher education qualification such as a master’s degree will be considered advantageous. (fresh graduates or soon-to-graduate students encouraged to apply).
  • Knowledge of several analytical and preparative chromatographic techniques such as those mentioned in the job content.
  • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Able to coordinate across teams and with external partners.
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, with strong planning and multitasking abilities.
  • Eager to work under a quality system (ISO9001:2015)
  • Attention to detail and traceability in practical work and reporting
  • Fluent in English.
  • Cross-cultural awareness and capability to work in a multilingual international environment.
  • Has knowledge of the market in the region
  • including willingness to relocate or collaborate internationally

what we offer:

  • Competitive salary and attractive benefits package (detailed based on experience).
  • Work permit / visa sponsorship for non-EU candidate.
  • Laptop
  • Meal vouchers
  • Christmas basket
  • Group Insurance
  • DKV hospital insurance
  • Business Travel reimbursement
  • A varied full-time position in an international work environment.
  • The opportunity to work in a growing company
  • To be a member of young and dynamic team International and interdisciplinary work environment

TOKU-E EU is an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical manufacturer company that specialises in highly purity antibiotic and derived compounds for life science research and diagnostic uses in cancer research, stem cell research, cell culture, microbiology, and antibiotic susceptibility testing.

We are also the major supplier of antibiotics and chemicals to microbiologists, molecular biologists, and plant biologists all over the world. Because of constant development, we are currently seeking individuals with experience in analytical chemistry who are open to diverse tasks and want to specialize in chemical purification and quality control.

How to apply If you have a chemical background, are passionate about science and excited about the opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking research projects, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume and motivation letter to hr.eu@toku-e.com.