Job description
About the Role
At Amaris Consulting, we are looking for a Scientist specializing in Combination Product Characterization to join a dynamic and innovative pharmaceutical environment. In this role, you will contribute to the development of next-generation healthcare solutions by performing advanced analytical investigations on pharmaceutical and medical device products.
This is a hands-on laboratory position where your expertise will directly impact product quality, performance, and patient outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Scientist, you will:
- Conduct advanced material characterization experiments using mechanical testing systems (e.g., tensile, compression, injectability, bending, adhesion)
- Operate analytical instruments such as IR spectroscopy, microscopy (SEM/optical), and imaging tools
- Perform dimensional analysis and fit/form assessments using precision measurement systems
- Analyze and interpret data to deliver clear, actionable scientific insights
- Develop, optimize, and validate testing methods and protocols
- Ensure high-quality sample preparation and maintain/calibrate laboratory equipment
- Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams, contributing to product development and investigations
- Present findings and support data-driven decision-making across the product lifecycle
Your Profile
Education & Experience
- PhD (or equivalent) in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with mechanical testing techniques (e.g., uniaxial testing, injectability, 3-point bending, adhesion)
- Experience in laboratory environments, including sample preparation and instrument operation
- Familiarity with combination products or medical devices is a plus
- Exposure to advanced imaging techniques (e.g., IR/Raman microscopy, SEM, Optical Microscopy, XCT, THz) is an advantage
Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail in experimental work
- Ability to interpret data and perform basic statistical analysis
- Experience with method development and validation
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Clear communication and presentation abilities in English
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who is:
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
- A team player who thrives in multicultural, matrix environments
- Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Flexible, dynamic, and results-driven
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovation-focused setting
Why join us?
- Rapid growth: Amaris has doubled its workforce in Belgium in two years, providing numerous growth opportunities for employees.
- Prestigious projects: Candidates will work with renowned clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and European institutions sectors on impactful missions.
- International environment: An agile and dynamic structure promotes intrapreneurship and meritocracy, with international exposure at the heart of Europe.
Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.
Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!