Laboratory Technician Microbiology

Laboratory Technician – Microbiology | Up to €37,000 per year| Leiden, Netherlands

Join a major chemical and water treatment manufacturer in Leiden as a Laboratory Technician – Microbiology and gain hands-on experience supporting routine microbiological testing in an industrial laboratory environment.

This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to build a solid foundation in microbiology and laboratory operations.

Offer

• Salary: Up to €37,000 per year
• Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
• Employment Type: Full-time preferred (40 hours per week); 32 hours possible
• Work Model: On-site
• Contract: Initial 12-month temporary contract
• Career Start: Excellent entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training
• Environment: Supportive laboratory team within a well-established industrial organization

Role

In this role, you will support routine microbiology testing and laboratory operations under supervision.

Working according to established SOPs , you’ll assist microbiologists and senior technicians with daily testing activities, data entry, and laboratory maintenance—building practical experience with microbiological techniques while ensuring accurate, reliable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiological testing on water, pulp & paper, and deposit samples
• Apply standard techniques such as serial dilution, spread plate, and pour plate methods
• Conduct microbial enumeration and accurately record results in the LIMS
• Support biocide efficacy studies and microbiological product testing
• Follow SOPs to perform quantitative and qualitative microbiology tests
• Assist with laboratory safety activities, equipment checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration
• Support documentation activities, including protocol drafting and record keeping

Qualifications & Experience

• MBO/MLO education required; HLO/HBO or Bachelor’s degree also welcome
• Up to 2 years of experience as a laboratory technician or in a related role is preferred
• Relevant laboratory coursework or associate degree may substitute for experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures
• Basic computer skills , MS Office, and data entry experience are a plus
• Motivated, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a laboratory environment

Interested?

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M: 0658069570

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