RDG Postdoc Next Generation Sequencing (m/f/d)

RDG Postdoc Next Generation Sequencing (m/f/d)
RDG Postdoc Next Generation Sequencing (m/f/d)
Penzberg, 82377, Bavaria, Germany
2024-08-27

Roche

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The Position

Our Vision
Our vision is to develop a disruptive diagnostic platform for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), thereby providing significant clinical benefits to our patients. We are looking for a scientist in the NGS field (m/f/d) with a strong expertise in DNA chemistry. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to an innovative, exciting, and promising NGS technology. The offered position provides the opportunity to become part of a young and motivated team that interacts with numerous functions within the company, also at various locations.

Our Team
We are part of Research and Reagent Design (RRD) and are responsible, among other things, for the development of assays and formulations in the PCR field. Additionally, we evaluate reagents in the course of developing a new innovative NGS platform.
We are a young and dedicated team of currently 9 members, working on development and optimization projects for use in diagnostic tests or instruments. After an intensive training in the basic techniques in our laboratories, we want to involve you in NGS related projects. In doing so, you will work with a multicultural and motivated team.

Your Assets

• You know how to plan, execute and document experiments for DNA sequencing like library and sample preparation workflows.
• You work in compliance with safety and security guidelines.
• You have a passion for working in strong teams. In your team, everyone shares success while setbacks are seen as opportunities to learn.
• You know how to proactively build bridges and network within a large organization.
• You enjoy the challenges of unfamiliar tasks in order to constantly learn new things.
• You seek new approaches to solve problems and challenge the status quo.
• You know how to present clearly and convincingly to a larger audience.
• You adhere to the safety instructions and internal and external regulations regarding occupational safety and environmental protection.

Your Profile

• You hold a doctorate / Ph.D. in organic chemistry or biochemistry.
• You have profound theoretical and practical knowledge of DNA chemistry and sequencing technologies.
• You are familiar with state of the art biochemical methods especially PCR.
• The ability to work independently and accurately, as well as to document this, is something you bring with you.
• You are curious, enjoy working in a team, and have an initiative-driven performance motivation that is also one of your strengths.
• You are proficient in English and not afraid of talking to international clients.

This position will be filled with effect winter 2024 and is limited to 2 years.

Have we aroused your interest?
# If we are convinced, a telephone interview will take place
# If you also manage to convince us here, the last step is an interview and presentation in the Penzberg area

Do your expectations coincide with ours? Then we look forward to receiving your application (CV, certificates and references). Before sending your application, please note that no further documents can be added subsequently.

Work location: Penzberg

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Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche at Penzberg, near Munich, employs more than 7,000 people. The site is one of the largest biotechnology centers in Europe and the only Roche site with research, development and production for both Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics under one roof. From your beginning with Roche, our motivated team will welcome and support you. Numerous opportunities for personal development, flexible work hours, attractive compensation packages and special family assistance programs are available.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.