Cell Therapy Manufacturing Technician

Location: Maastricht, the Netherlands. We welcome applications from candidates across the EU who are willing to relocate to Maastricht for this opportunity.

Are you an experienced manufacturing professional with a background in cell therapy and GMP? Would you like to play a key role in producing advanced therapies that have a direct impact on patients' lives? Then this position as Cell Therapy Manufacturing Technician could be the perfect next step in your career.

Job Description
You will become part of an international pharmaceutical organization, focused on advanced cell and gene therapies. Working in a state-of-the-art GMP cleanroom, you will contribute to the manufacturing of innovative medicines while receiving comprehensive onboarding and continuous training. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical expertise within a fast-growing and highly regulated industry.
As a Cell Therapy Manufacturing Technician, your responsibilities include:

• Executing manufacturing activities in a GMP-compliant cleanroom using aseptic techniques
• Performing cell culture processes, including media preparation, cell expansion, and harvesting
• Accurately completing batch records and manufacturing documentation
• Identifying, documenting, and reporting deviations while supporting quality investigations
• Maintaining high standards of GMP compliance, quality, and safety
• Contributing to process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working in a 6-shift schedule, including evenings, nights, and weekends

Profile

• MBO or HBO degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in GMP manufacturing, preferably within cell therapy, ATMP, or biopharmaceutical production
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment using aseptic techniques
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset
• Good communication skills in English
• A collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork
• Willingness to work in a 5-shift rotation

Please note: This position is intended for manufacturing professionals. Candidates with a PhD are not eligible for this vacancy and will not be considered.

Employment Conditions

• Salary: €3,000 - €4,000 gross per month, depending on experience, plus 27% shift allowance
• Initial 12-month contract with the intention of permanent employment
• Extensive onboarding and GMP training programme
• The organization offers excellent long-term career prospects and opportunities for professional growth.
• Location: Maastricht, the Netherlands
• Vacancy number: 27390

Important Notice
Only candidates who already hold a valid EU work permit or have unrestricted authorization to work within the European Union are eligible to apply.
Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applications from candidates who require sponsorship or who do not meet the work authorization requirements will not be considered