Associate Scientist

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Gruppe; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company based in Motherwell is seeking a laboratory professional to assist in assay development and execute experiments following GLP standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in science, proven laboratory experience, and strong attention to detail. You will conduct experiments, analyze results, and train team members while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. This position requires a proactive approach and minimal supervision, offering career growth in a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in laboratory environments.
• Confidence in operating with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and plan small-scale experiments aligning with project goals.
• Deliver clear analysis and conclusions from experiments.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in Science

Job description

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

The Opportunity You will work within an assay development project team, molecular team or within the reagents group within R&D, assisting in the development of multiple assays. You will be responsible for execution and completion of your own experiments, ensuring compliance with GLP standards. Your responsibilities entail experimentation – execute and complete your own experiments, ensuring adherence to GLP standards, reach team goals – align experiments with project and team objectives, presenting your findings effectively, research excellence – highlight and address any out-of-trend results to continuously improve protocols and experiments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and plan small-scale experiments aligning with project goals.
• Deliver clear analysis and conclusions from experiments within set deadlines.
• Assist in designing complex experiments.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, adhering strictly to defined protocols.
• Develop and document procedures (SOPs/Quality Events) for your immediate work area.
• Train team members on necessary procedures.
• Maintain awareness and understanding of Design Control, H&S, biosafety, risks, COSHH, and compliance requirements.
• Act as a reviewer for laboratory notebooks, ensuring records are accurately maintained.

Who you are

• Degree in Science.
• Proven experience working in laboratory environments.
• Confidence in operating with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer literacy and data analysis skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and numeracy skills and proactive approach in identifying and executing laboratory tasks.

Location and Recruitment Process

As this position is part of a global organization, international business travel may occasionally be required. The role will initially be based in Stirlingshire, Central Scotland or Maxim Park, Motherwell, with a permanent move to Motherwell in mid-2026.

Application submission by candidates: deadline Mon 08th Dec 2025

Phase I: CV and Cover Letter Review

As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand your motivation in applying for this position.

• Why Roche: What is your key motivation for applying for this role?
• Why you: What personal qualities, skills and experience will you bring in relation to what the role will require?

Your cover letter should not exceed one page.

Phase II: Interview

In-person interview at Roche, Central Scotland. This final stage is an in-person interview with a panel of technical and people leaders, where we look forward to meeting you and learning more about you.

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.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.