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Working closely with experienced scientists and project team members, they will execute and document high-quality experiments while building their biological and technical expertise.\nKey responsibilities for this role include:\nQuality-Oriented: Executing experiments precisely and consistently, maintaining complete and accurate records in the ELN, and contributing to data interpretation and the preparation of scientific reports with guidance where needed.\nEfficiency-Driven: Organizing assigned work efficiently, proactively communicating progress, and delivering high-quality results in line with project timelines.\nCreative Solutions: Identifying and troubleshooting routine experimental issues, proactively flagging anomalies, and contributing ideas to experimental set-up and protocol development with guidance from experienced colleagues.\nCollaborative Engagement: Actively participating in internal meetings to present findings and insights clearly, and proactively propose next steps.\nContinuous Learning: Demonstrating eagerness to become acquainted with novel biology, learn new techniques, and sharing expertise with colleagues; actively seeking guidance and applying feedback to progressively strengthen independence in experimental execution, interpretation, and reporting.\nProfile\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Laboratory Science or a related field or Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Industrial engineer or equivalent.\nExperience: Maximum 2 years of hands-on experience in key lab techniques, desirably in an industrial setting.\nMotivated and quality-conscious laboratory scientist with an analytical mindset, able to work independently within established protocols, proactively seek guidance when needed, and learn from experienced colleagues. Excellent team player with strong communication and presentation skills and fluent in English, our working language.\nOffer\nA full-time position in a successful, dynamic, rapidly growing biotech company.\nA competitive salary package accompanied by comprehensive benefits.\nJoining a team that provides access to a wide range of technologies, engaging in diverse hands-on work, and opportunities to learn, contribute ideas, and progressively take greater initiative.\nDaily onsite presence is expected.\nApply\nPlease upload your CV and a brief motivation letter. In your letter, we ask you to cover three points:\nWhy this role motivates you - concrete reasons, not generic statements. \nWhy you are a strong fit - highlight the most relevant skills and experiences. \nWhat scientific achievement you are most proud of - and what it shows about your scientific rigor, learning, teamwork, problem-solving, and contribution.\nYour application will be treated confidentially.\nApplication deadline is October 25, 2026.\n\nThe annual base salary hiring range for this position is €48,800.00 - €67,100.00 EUR\n\nThis job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program.\nThe hiring range displayed above is the range of possible base pay compensation that argenx believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hiring range is based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills. argenx may pay more or less than the posted range and this range may be modified in the future.\nAt argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nBefore you submit your application, CV or any other personal details to us, please review our argenx Privacy Notice for Job Applicants to learn more about how argenx B.V. and its affiliates (“argenx”) will handle and protect your personal data. 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