(Senior) Scientist Mass Spectrometry - Mechelen (BE)

Pleased to meet you, we are Galapagos, a dynamic growing Biotech company with offices across Europe and in the US. We’re in the business of changing lives. In our quest to discover and develop life-improving medicines we go where no one has ever gone before. In every challenge we face, we see new opportunities. We pioneer for patients. We need thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters. Collaborative innovators and perseverant idealists. We need the best-in-class. In other words, we need you: The ‘make-it-happener’.

As (Senior) Scientist in Mass Spectrometry, you will be part of a team that develops biochemical, biophysical and cellular assays to support our internal small molecule (SM) and biologics drug discovery programs. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our analytical capabilities and driving forward our research projects. You will cover a broad range of activities, including designing and implementing, hands-on execution and optimization of the analytical methodology, generating high quality data, analyze and communicate the data in a structured manner. Ideally, you have a strong background in mass spectrometry, particularly in chemo-proteomics, excellent problem solving and communication skills.

Who are you? 

• PhD (biology, biochemistry, pharmacy) or equivalent through experience.
• Proficiency in operating, maintaining and trouble-shooting various type of mass spectrometers such as Sciex triple Quad, RapidFire, qTOF and Fusion Orbitrap.
• Experience with use and maintenance with micro and nano-LC systems.
• Experience in targeted proteomics (PRM/SRM) and/or untargeted proteomics (DDA, TMT; DIA), including the most common proteomic software such as MaxQuant, Spectronaut, DIA-NN, Proteome Discoverer, Skyline.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and motivated by the opportunity to develop a chemo-proteomics platform with high impact in drug discovery.
• Experience with bioinformatics analysis of proteome data is a plus.
• Experience in working in an industrial setting for at least 3-6 years. Knowledge of the application of proteomics and chemo-proteomics in unravelling covalent compounds mode of action both in vitro and in a cellular context.
• Good at troubleshooting, proactive and creative in coming up with solutions.
• Team player with good organizational skills. Capable of interact with multiple teams (modelling, bioinformatics…) in order to bring value to our drug discovery projects.
• Professional communication in English is a must, both in writing and verbal.

What’s in it for you?

At Galapagos, we prioritize your continuous growth and development, fostering a culture of empowerment. Our employees are the driving force behind our mission to lead in pharmaceutical research and innovation.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment with strong focus on your health and well-being. Join us in our journey towards sustainability, as we strive to make a lasting impact on both the industry and the planet.

Galapagos is dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We strictly prohibit discrimination against any employee or job applicant based on personal characteristics that are unrelated to their job.

We are Galapagos: together we make it happen…!