Join Ardena in Oss as a Senior Technician in Solid State Research. Work hands-on with cutting-edge techniques in a dynamic, international pharma environment. Grow your career with us!

Introduction to Ardena

As a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Ardena partners with pharmaceutical companies of all sizes—from emerging biotech to global industry leaders—united by the mission to help biopharma innovators navigate drug development with precision, quality, and speed, bringing their molecules from discovery to the clinic and market. Our fully integrated services span drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, nanomedicine, clinical logistics, bioanalytical services, state research, fill & finish, and CMC regulatory support.

With a rapidly growing international footprint, Ardena is home to over 750 professionals across six strategic locations—Belgium (Ghent), the Netherlands (Oss and Assen), Sweden (Södertälje), Spain (Pamplona), and Somerset, New Jersey (the US). Our open and transparent culture is built on collaboration, ownership, and innovation, guided by our We CARE values. We foster a communicative environment where mutual respect, accountability, and excellence empower our team.

We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals eager to grow their careers in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting out, Ardena provides a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to meaningful drug development projects, expand your knowledge, and be part of a global team committed to making a difference. As an international organization, we help you navigate a career path that expands your possibilities beyond borders, opening doors to personal and professional growth without limits. Your potential to grow is limitless with us.

If you are ready to take on new opportunities, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the future of medicine, Ardena is the place for you.

For the Ardena Business Unit based in Oss, we are looking for a Senior Technician – Solid State Research (FT)

What you will work on

The Solid-State Research group is located on the Pivot Park in Oss and specializes in the optimization of the drug substance physical forms including salts, polymorphs, amorphous forms, and co-crystals. Our services also include pre-formulation activities and crystallization process development.

Your role

As a senior technician, you will play a pivotal role in the Solid-State Research team by assisting with laboratory tasks and by performing laboratory experiments including sample preparations, solid form screens and analytical tests. The analytical tests include powder X-ray diffraction, LC, TGA, DSC, DVS and SEM. You will work in close collaboration with your colleagues within the department to deliver high-quality solutions that align with Ardena’s mission.

Your key responsibilities

• Under supervision of project managers: selecting and setting up the required lab equipment to perform tests, experiments, and (qualitative and quantitative) analyses.
• Keeping the laboratory a neat and clean workspace.
• Regularly inspecting materials and equipment and ordering when needed.
• Working alongside other chemists and scientists to develop improved production processes and methods.
• Interpreting test results and assisting with compilation of technical reports.
• Keeping up-to-date with field advancements and sharing new knowledge with colleagues.

Your profile

• Soft skills that align with our CARE values- Communicative, Accountable, Reliable, and Excellent.

• You are fluent (speaking and writing) in the English language.
• Completed MLO4 / HLO training in chemistry
• Internship experience in a chemical laboratory, preferably in a pharmaceutical laboratory
• You enjoy hands-on work and learning many different techniques
• You are an easy communicator and enjoy working together with others
• You work in an organized manner and are able to work on multiple projects at the same time.

What we offer

At Ardena, we recognize that our people drive our success. We offer:

• A dynamic environment where you will have the ability to grow your scientific and organizational skills
• A competitive salary with a tailor-made benefits package, including: Bonus, opportunities to buy additional leave and atractive pension plan
• Flexible working hours and 30 days of paid holiday per year
• A dynamic, international work environment with career growth opportunities
• Access to Ardena Academy, our internal learning platform for professional development
• A chance to contribute to groundbreaking drug development projects that make a real impact

How to apply

Want to know more? Contact René Steendam at rene.steendam@ardena.com.

Ready to start your career path with Ardena? Click the application button and join us in shaping the future of drug development!