Associate Scientist in vitro biology / cellular Immunology - Contractor (12 months), Mechelen

Pleased to meet you, we are Galapagos, a biotechnology company with operations in Europe and the U.S. dedicated to developing transformational medicines for more years of life and quality of life.

We are in the business of changing lives. Focusing on high unmet medical needs, we synergize compelling science, technology, and collaborative approaches to create a deep pipeline of best-in-class small molecules, CAR-T therapies and biologics in oncology and immunology. With capabilities from lab to patient, including a decentralized CAR-T manufacturing network, we are committed to challenging the status quo and delivering results for our patients, employees and shareholders.

We are looking for a highly motivated Associate Scientist in vitro biology/cellular Immunology, for the duration of 12 months.

Scope of the job

This position gives you the opportunity to perform top-level cellular biology and pharmacology research in an exciting and dynamic environment of a well-known successful international biotech company. You will join a team that is dedicated to cellular biology and disease understanding to support research projects in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. In this context you contribute to the development of disease relevant cellular assays with the purpose to evaluate and screen the activity of small molecules.

Under supervision of a more senior staff member, you contribute to the design and setup of your experiments by reading literature or following detailed protocol information. You are expected to execute cellular experiments independently using multiple lab techniques and readout systems.

You will perform the analysis and interpretation of your own experiments and data generated. In addition, you will document your work in Lab Notebooks according to guidelines and report and present your work in team meetings to your project manager.

Who are you? 

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Biology or related sciences (Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in culturing cell lines and/or primary immune cells (monocytes, macrophages, T and B cells)
• Hands-on experience with a broad range of in vitro assay methods like luminescence, fluorescence, ELISA, flow cytometry, qPCR is highly desirable
• Experience with compound handling, high throughput plate formats and assay automation is recommended
• Knowledge of immunology as well as inflammatory pathways is a plus
• Strong team player, adaptable, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
• Competency in data analysis software such as Excel and GraphPad Prism
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

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…!