Research Associate III, Assay Transfer

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

Job summary

Genentech is seeking a Research Associate III to lead the technical transfer of product components from Development to Manufacturing. You will apply advanced scientific principles to ensure manufacturability and prepared complex manufacturing documents.

You will perform pilot reagent manufacturing, coordinate cross-functional teams, and mentor junior staff while ensuring GMP/GLP compliance and high-quality data reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science and 4 years of relevant lab/industry experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex assays independently.
• Proficient with Excel/Word; developing skills in JMP or Minitab for data interpretation.
• Strong technical writing to draft validation reports and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical transfer of product components from Development to Manufacturing.
• Perform pilot reagent manufacturing, including execution and testing of pilot reagent builds.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and ensure transfer timelines are met.
• Write and review validation protocols, manufacturing docs, and technical reports with high accuracy.

Skills

Independent thinking

Troubleshooting complex assays

Statistical data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Tools

Excel

Word

JMP

Minitab

Job description

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.

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