Scientist Lab Technician Assay Development

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-standing customer, Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a Scientist Lab Technician Assay Development Background: The Assay Development team is responsible for the development of molecular diagnostic and screening tests based on PCR technology in the areas of infectious diseases, genomics, and oncology, from early feasibility to commercial launch. Our main areas of responsibility include initial prototyping; optimization of assay design to meet product requirements and ensure manufacturability; development of test methods and acceptance criteria; transfer of reagent manufacturing instructions, test methods, and workflows to Operations; the design and execution of verification and validation activities, including guard-band studies, stability studies, and technical performance verification studies; and documentation of analytical performance for product labeling and regulatory submission packages. Throughout the product development phases, Assay Development interfaces with various departments including Research, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Business in order to create and realize what patients need next. Tasks & Responsibilities: Working with high throughput lab – analyzer Routine lab work with infectious samples and leading of own experiments including the analysis of them Plan and execute different work packages for the development of molecular diagnostics test Participation in project meetings and presentation of experimental data Precise documentation of experiments using electronic lab journals according to GMP Standards Equipment handling and maintenance Statistical data analysis using different software and tools (e.g. JMP) Author official documents (e.g. Design History Files) Must Haves: Graduate as Biomedical Analyst Scientist (BMA HF) or apprenticeship as Lab Technician (Biology, Medical Diagnostics, Chemistry) or at least Bachelor or Master degree in Life Sciences with practical experience from the Lab (no PhD graduates) Ideally 2 years of lab experience with data analyses and biostatistics Very good and thorough documentation skills English fluency written and orally is a must, German is a plus Open-minded team player Pro-active mindset and organized working style Flexible, strategic thinking and self-dependent person Nice to Haves: Lab experience from a biotechnical environment with infectious sample handling Biosafety Level 2 Experience in a GMP/GLP environment What you are offered: An opportunity to work in one of the most important pharmaceutical companies in the world Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting zones Central location with highway access and train station nearby Varied job profile Home office option Further training opportunities through temptraining Working in a dynamic and motivated team Good remuneration You are welcome to send your complete application documents (german or english) to Mr Severin Räfle. Chemie Pharma Pharmacy Diagnostics Zug Luzern Vollzeit Fulltime Research Laboratory jid20c3351a jit1044a jiy25a