The Opportunity:
Avantor is on the lookout for a motivated Lab Technician Histology to join the expanding team in Braine-l’Alleud. In this diverse, brand-new position you get the opportunity to support different scientists within the Life sciences industry. Have you always wanted to work in an international organization in Life sciences and do you have a background in science from either education or experience? Then this job might be the perfect match for you! – Let’s talk!
This is a full-time position based on the site of our customer, UCB Pharma, in Braine-l’Alleud. You get a temporary contract of six months, which becomes a permanent one after a positive evaluation. Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits including meal vouchers, 13th month, additional annual bonus, pension scheme, health insurance and more. You get the opportunity to join a leading company in life sciences and to establish a great network within the industry. You get to work in a brand-new position in which you will collaborate with different scientists and get the opportunity to develop your scientific skills within the industry.
Working hours: Monday – Friday, flexible start time between 07:30 and 09:00 and finish time as of 16:00
The team
In this position you belong to our department Lab and Production Services. This division of Avantor supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.
What we’re looking for
Education : Masters or bachelor’s in a scientific, preferably including histology related courses
Experience : Experience in histology and/or anatomy is a great plus; this can also be from an internship
Preferred qualifications:
1. Excellent communication skills in English, and preferably good in French
2. Vaccination for Hepatitis B is required to enter the laboratory
3. Good computer skills, in particular with MS Office
4. Highly motivated, customer centric and detail oriented
5. Independent, responsible, and flexible
6. Pro-active, safety minded and friendly
How you will thrive and create an impact
7. Participate in all stages of the histopathological process, including tissue collection from rodent species, tissue resection, and embedding in paraffin or freezing media
8. Perform precise microtomy and execute various staining techniques, including histochemical and immunohistochemical methods
9. Ensure high-quality slide digitization for accurate analysis and record-keeping
10. Manage routine lab activities, including preparing lab inventory, managing stock, and maintaining equipment
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
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