NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.

We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Come and work for an organization with the:

Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the

Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core

Values:

• Act with integrity in everything we do.
• Provide best-in-class customer experiences.
• Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.
• Respond with agility and provide timely results.
• Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.

Job Description:

•    Prepares surgical and cath lab suites for procedures, including setting up instruments and stocking study-specific supplies.
•    Monitors anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical, interim and terminal procedures.
•    Assists during interventional procedures by performing QCA or QVA measurements, and producing and maintaining accurate records of those measurements in CD, DVD or paper format.
•    Operates specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy and 3D imaging, etc. in support of procedures.
•    Provides customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests.
•    Prepares and maintains surgical instruments through washing, drying and proper storage.  Assembles surgical packs and processes sterile packs via autoclave or ethylene oxide.
•    Operates, cleans and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave and other surgical equipment routinely utilized.
•    Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing and re-stocking cath labs, operating rooms, and the general storeroom as needed. 
•    Other duties as assigned

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Qualifications & Technical Competencies:

NAMSA Diest is a world leader in interventional and surgical research. As a contract research organization (CRO), focusing on large animal models (predominantly sheep and pigs), we support international companies and universities with the development and evaluation of innovative human medical devices and therapies. Our know-hOnderzoekow is unique and highly valued by our customers worldwide. Compliance with the highest quality standards is crucial in our work, which is why we are Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) accredited.

NAMSA Diest has a fully equipped veterinary clinic with an in-house laboratory for clinical pathology.

NAMSA Diest provides a pleasant, challenging, and supportive working environment.

We are looking for a motivated and dedicated Surgical Technician (Biotechnician) to assist with and perform all aspects of veterinary care and general husbandry procedures and to support our Animal Care, Research and Surgical Technicians (7) and Veterinary Team (4) with preclinical animal studies.

Your responsibilities:

• Preparing and maintaining surgical instruments through washing, drying and proper storage.
• Assembling surgical packs and processing sterile packs via autoclave.
• Preparing surgical and catheterization lab suites for procedures, including cleaning, setting up equipment and (re)stocking (study-specific) supplies.
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment according to applicable SOPs including autoclave, instrument washer-disinfector and other surgical equipment routinely utilized.
• Assisting veterinarians with pre-operative preparation of animals and during interventional and surgical procedures.
• Monitoring anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical, interim and terminal procedures, collecting laboratory samples and administering medications.
• Assisting with the use of specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy and ultrasound imaging, etc. in support of procedures.
• Maintaining an efficient and clean storeroom.
• Maintaining a clean, GLP-compliant lab and ensuring all logbooks are reviewed and correct.
• Providing customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests as needed.
• Participation in the weekend rotation, and where applicable evening and night shifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, e.g., agro- and biotechnology, veterinary technology or other relevant disciplines.
• Experience with GLP or other quality systems is an asset but not a must.
• You are dedicated to your tasks, precise and perfectionist, eager to learn, willing to invest time in your learning process and flexible in switching between tasks and duties.
• Team player with a hands-on mentality and proactive approach.  
• You are proficient in English.

Why you should apply:

• A 12-month fixed-term contract starting in September 2026 with the possibility to extend, depending on performance and business needs
• A challenging and varied role in a globally expanding company
• A highly professional team and a supportive working environment
• An attractive remuneration package

Come join us and grow with us!

Please upload your CV and Motivation letter (in English) via our NAMSA Careers website

Don’t hesitate to contact us on +32 13 67 35 00 for further information.