Karen Van Kerckhoven

Scientist at AMSC, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Zandhoven, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

I am a studious and enthusiastic person, always open to trying new things and to seize new opportunities. Once I set my mind to something, I go after it with full energy and make sure to see it through to the end. I plan my work carefully, but I’m always flexible when unexpected, urgent requests come my way. As a passionate scientist, I have knowledge of chemical reactions and can work with several techniques, including in a GMP environment. I’m capable of delivering top-quality work independently, but I also enjoy engaging in constructive team discussions. I’m looking for a dynamic position that offers enough variety to keep pushing me to develop further and take my professional growth to new heights. I currently work as a scientist at the Analytical Methodologies & Stability Center at J&J. As a member of the AMSC team, I conduct U(H)PLC and LC-MS analyses on release and stability tests (small molecules and peptides, DS and DP) to support product characterization. After scientific evaluation, the results are discussed within the team. All in compliance with regulatory requirements, GMP and safety.

Experience

  • Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (Beerse, Flemish Region, Belgium)
    • Associate Scientist
      Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

    • Chemical Analyst
      May 2022 - Nov 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Consultant at Avertim
    May 2022 - Nov 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Speelplein Ranst (Ranst, Flemish Region, Belgium)
    • Coordinator
      2018 - 2021 · 3 yrs

    • Lead Animator
      2012 - 2020 · 8 yrs

  • Student Internship at Oleon
    Feb 2020 - Jun 2020 · 5 mos