Student Job - Lab Assistent Jan Dekker, Amsterdam

Entrepreneurial, Partnership, Trust, Freedom to act, Ambitious. These values don't just describe our company - they define our people too. About Jan Dekker

Jan Dekker is an in-house brand and part of IMCD Group, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients. With a strong heritage in sourcing high-quality products, Jan Dekker provides an exclusive in-house brand offering for the personal care and food industry. This is an exciting time to join Jan Dekker, as the business is entering a new phase of growth and portfolio expansion.About the role

We are looking for a

Lab Assistant

(m/v/x) to join our team in

Amsterdam

for

two days a week . This role is intended for students currently enrolled in a chemistry-related degree, offering the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience in a business setting. In this role, you will support the

development, testing, and quality control of products for our Jan Dekker brand

(mostly ingredients used in the production of personal care and food products). You will work closely with the different teams within Jan Dekker (technical, operational, commercial), performing essential laboratory tests and analyses to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards. This role consists of partly lab (application testing and product formulation) and administrative documentation tasks.Tasks and responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests and analyses on ingredients marketed under the Jan Dekker brand (e.g. mostly ingredients used in the production of personal care and food products). Prepare detailed reports on test results, including observations, data, and conclusions. Participate in trials and pilot runs, providing analytical data and insights.Register incoming samples. Entering and updating records in our CRM system and other administrative task. Being responsible for lab management (maintenance, inventory management). Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment. Qualifications

Studying Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, or a related field. Experience working in a

laboratory setting , preferably within personal care, cosmetics, or food ingredient industries is a plus. Proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment operation. Strong attention to detail and ability to conduct precise measurements independently. High level of pro-activeness. Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards. Excellent organizational and documentation skills. Fluent in English (verbally and in writing) is a must. Dutch or EU work permit required. Why join us?

Be part of a small, informal and ambitious team with short communication lines, working from our brand-new office in Amsterdam. Freedom to Act: we trust you to take ownership, make decisions, and actively shape your role and responsibilities. A strong starting point within an international organization, with opportunities to explore future career paths.Join an international environment with opportunities to innovate and make a tangible impact. What we offer?

In addition to a challenging position in a driven team within a large, international organization, IMCD also offers: A 2 day workweek with flexible hours; Travel reimbursement commuting and good accessibility of our office; Nice colleagues, inspiring working environment and multiple social events throughout the year.

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