Scientist

Aequor; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche Sequencing Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Scientist I – Reagent Production for a 6-month on-site contract at the Roche Sequencing Solutions Hub in Santa Clara. The role focuses on manufacturing high-throughput reagents for the Axelios platform, with emphasis on SOP documentation, batch records, and inventory tracking in a GxP/R&D setting.

The candidate should have a BS in a life sciences field and 1–2 years of wet lab experience, with hands-on skills in pH, conductivity,

Qualifications

• BS degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or related Life Sciences with 1–2 years of post-degree wet lab experience.
• Hands-on proficiency in liquid handling and wet lab techniques including pH, conductivity, osmolality, and colorimetric assays.
• Proven ability to follow Batch Records, WIs, SOPs and enter technical data into databases with precision.
• On-campus lab work, ability to lift up to 25 lbs and maintain a safe, clean lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Reagent manufacturing and scale-up, including precise aliquoting, labeling and inventory management.
• Documentation and data management: update Batch Records, WIs, SOPs and enter results into LIMS/ERP.
• Quality control testing and protocol drafting: perform routine analyses and assist in specification setting.
• Laboratory operations: execute precise liquid handling, manage stock, and support cross-functional teams.

Skills

Pipetting & liquid handling

Documentation & data entry

Quality control testing

Lab safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry or related Life Sciences

Tools

LIMS

ERP systems

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Osmolality analyzers

Job description

Scientist I – Reagent Production (Contract)

Location: On-Site (Roche Sequencing Solutions Hub)

Duration 06 Months

Position Type: Contract

Department: Production & Operations / Life Sciences

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Scientist I – Reagent Production to join a fast-paced team manufacturing high-throughput reagents for the Axelios sequencing platform. In this role, you will execute wet lab operations, support reagent scale‑up, aliquot and label products, and maintain strict quality control (QC). This position is ideal for an early-career candidate with strong hands‑on wet lab experience who excels in standard operating procedure (SOP) documentation, electronic batch records, and inventory tracking in a dynamic GxP/R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Reagent Manufacturing & Scale-Up: Perform wet lab reagent preparation, precise aliquoting, labeling, and inventory management for internal R&D and production needs.
• Documentation & Data Entry: Edit, check, and update Batch Records, Work Instructions (WIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and enter production test results into database systems (LIMS / ERP).
• Quality Control (QC) & Testing: Conduct routine physical and chemical analytical testing, including pH, conductivity, osmolality measurements, and colorimetric assays; assist with QC protocol drafting and specification setting.
• Laboratory Operations: Execute precision liquid handling, maintain stock inventory, distribute reagents across cross‑functional teams, and maintain a safe, clean laboratory environment.

Must-Have Qualifications (Required)

• Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related Life Sciences discipline with 1 to 2 years of post‑degree wet lab experience (or equivalent combination of education and industrial experience).
• Wet Lab Analytical Skills: Demonstrated hands‑on proficiency in liquid handling/pipetting and foundational wet lab techniques, specifically pH, conductivity, osmolality measurements, and colorimetric assays.
• Documentation & Data Management: Proven ability to accurately follow and complete Batch Records, Work Instructions (WIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and input technical data into database systems with high precision.
• Physical & Environmental Requirements: Ability to work 100% on-campus in a laboratory setting, handle repetitive liquid handling tasks, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience working within Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) or ISO-regulated biotechnology/pharmaceutical production environments.
• Exposure to reagent scale‑up, bulk liquid handling, automated pipetting workstations, or volumetric filling.
• Familiarity with database entry systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), or Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Strong analytical troubleshooting, critical thinking, and technical writing skills for updating test methods and specifications.