R&D Scientist

Roche Diagnostics GmbH; Penzberg; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Roche Diagnostics GmbH in Germany is seeking an ambitious R&D Scientist to drive research on neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on protein aggregation and Seed Amplification Assays (SAA). The role involves planning, executing, and documenting experiments to support a global project, with lab-based responsibilities and coordination tasks.

You will work across teams, interpret results, and present findings to committees in German and English.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or a comparable discipline.
• At least 3 years of professional neuroscience experience in national and international environments.
• Strong knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases, esp. Parkinson's and Alzheimer's dementia.
• Hands-on experience with Seed Amplification Assays (SAA) for at least 1 year.
• Practical knowledge of ELISA, flow cytometry, qPCR, and microscopy.
• Background in industrial diagnostics research with a collaborative mindset.
• Experience in data analysis and statistics.
• Excellent English and German skills (min. B2); proficient with Excel/PowerPoint/Word.

Aufgaben

• Plan and manage sub-projects while coordinating task execution largely independently.
• Conduct laboratory experiments in coordination with project teams and lab users.
• Analyze, interpret, and document R&D results; present findings in German and English.
• Act as equipment manager, maintaining measuring instruments.
• Ensure quality, safety, and environmental regulations are met in the lab.
• Collaborate across subchapters and represent the team leader when needed.
• Track new developments and evaluate their potential diagnostics applications.

Kenntnisse

SAA experience

Neuroscience expertise

Data analysis

Statistics

Lab experience

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Neuroscience, Biology or related

Tools

ELISA

Flow cytometry

qPCR

Microscopy

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Google Workspace

Jobbeschreibung

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated R&D Scientist to drive research in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. In this role, you will focus on analyzing the aggregation properties of proteins, specifically regarding Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, and will implement methods like the Seed Amplification Assays (SAA).Your responsibilities will encompass the planning, execution, and documentation of research on these assays and experimental methods to support a global project.

This position involves working primarily in the laboratory, where you will also take on routine organizational and coordinative tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Your Key Responsibilities/Position

• Plan and manage sub-projects while coordinating task execution largely independently.
• Conduct laboratory experiments in coordination with project teams and other lab infrastructure users.
• Analyze, interpret, and document R&D results independently, align with project teams and, where necessary, further subject matter experts, present your findings to relevant committees in both German and English.
• Act as the responsible equipment manager, maintaining measuring instruments independently.
• Ensure that all quality standards, safety guidelines, and environmental protection regulations are strictly met in the laboratory.
• Collaborate actively across subchapters or chapters, and occasionally represent the team leader in project teams when instructed.
• Track new developments in the field and evaluate their potential application in diagnostics.

Who you are

• You have successfully completed a Master's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or a comparable discipline.
• You bring at least 3 years of professional experience in neurosciences within national and international (especially US-American) environments.
• You possess profound, proven specialist knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases, with a specific focus on Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's dementia.
• You have several years of practical laboratory experience, whereby at least 1 year of hands‑on experience with Seed Amplification Assays (SAA) is strictly required for this role.
• You have solid theoretical knowledge and practical experience with additional laboratory methods, particularly ELISA, flow cytometry, qPCR, and microscopy.
• You have a background in industrial diagnostics research, backed by strong problem‑solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Your scientific profile is complemented by practical experience in data analysis and statistics.
• You possess excellent advanced English and German skills (min. B2 level) and are proficient in standard IT tools like Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and comparable Google software.

This position is limited to 2 years.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life‑changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

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