Research Associate III, Assay Transfer

Roche Holding AG; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche Holding AG in Tucson seeks a Research Associate III to lead the technical transition of select product components from Development to Manufacturing. You will apply advanced scientific principles to ensure manufacturability and prepare complex manufacturing documents.

You will operate with autonomy, mentor junior staff, and support cross-functional teams while upholding GMP/GLP and Design Control principles in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science required with 4+ years lab/industry experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to draft SOPs and validation reports.
• Proficiency in Excel and data interpretation; familiarity with JMP or Minitab.
• Independent troubleshooting and ability to guide junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical transfer of product components from Development to Manufacturing.
• Prepare complex manufacturing documents, validation protocols, and reports.
• Assist in DOE design and process characterization studies.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and Design Control principles.
• Mentor and train junior Research Associates on lab techniques.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet transfer timelines.

Skills

Independent thinking

Troubleshooting

Statistical analysis tools

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science

Tools

Excel

Word

JMP

Minitab

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

As a Research Associate III in the Assay Transfer team, you will be responsible for leading the technical transition of specific product components from Development to Manufacturing. You will apply advanced scientific principles to ensure manufacturability, lead the preparation of complex manufacturing documents, and identify process improvements. You will operate with significant autonomy, requiring minimal supervision on routine tasks and acting as a technical resource for more junior staff.

The Opportunity

• Performing pilot reagent manufacturing, including the execution and testing of pilot reagent builds, as a primary responsibility.

• Representing the Assay Transfer team on cross-functional project teams, coordinating specific workstreams, and ensuring timelines for transfer activities are met.

• Writing and reviewing complex manufacturing documents, validation protocols, and technical reports with a high degree of accuracy and minimal oversight.

• Assisting in the design of experiments (DOE) and process characterization studies by helping define variables to be tested and contributing to experimental planning.

• Ensuring strict adherence to GMP, GLP, and Design Control principles and advocating for "Quality First Time" by reviewing team members’ work.

• Providing technical mentorship and training to junior Research Associates on laboratory techniques and transfer procedures to support team development and skill enhancement.

Who You Are

• You hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, and 4 years of relevant laboratory/industry experience (required)

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.

• You demonstrate strong independent thought and the ability to troubleshoot complex assays.

• You are proficient in standard software (Excel, Word, or equivalent) plus an emerging proficiency in statistical analysis tools (e.g., JMP or Minitab) for data interpretation.

• You have strong technical writing skills; you are able to draft complete validation reports and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that require only final-stage review.

• You can present data clearly to the broader group and lead technical discussions regarding specific project components.

• You have a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and design transfer; familiarity with Lean concepts is a plus.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson is 69,700.00 - 129,400.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

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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