Scientist PHCS Assay Development

Roche Holding AG; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche Holding AG in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Scientist in the Personalized Healthcare (PHCS) Assay Development team to initiate, direct, and perform scientific research and development to support diagnostics products.

You will apply advanced techniques such as histology, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization; contribute to patentable components; participate in cross-functional teams; design experiments; analyze data; and present results to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science with 8+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s with 3+ years / PhD entry level).
• Strong technical writing skills to produce reports and documents.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, direct, and perform scientific research and development for diagnostics products.
• Apply advanced techniques such as histology, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization.
• Create potentially patentable components for systems, reagents, or processes.
• Utilize DOE where appropriate.
• Participate in cross-functional technical team activities and share knowledge.
• Contribute to project planning and experimental design.
• Analyze data, evaluate results, and present project outcomes.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Scientific creativity

Collaboration

Independent thought

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Master's degree

PhD

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 Opportunity

As a Scientist in the Personalized Healthcare (PHCS) Assay Development team, you will initiate, direct, and perform scientific research and development to support new and existing diagnostics products.

In this role you will

• Apply advanced scientific knowledge and theoretical understanding of numerous techniques, including histology, immunohistochemistry, and/or in situ hybridization.
• Create potentially patentable components for systems, reagents, or processes.
• Utilize DOE where appropriate.
• Participate in cross-functional technical team activities, sharing knowledge and expertise with others.
• Contribute to project planning and experimental design.
• Analyze data, evaluate results, form conclusions, and provide or implement process or document improvements.
• Prepare and deliver presentations of project results to others.
• Monitor work to ensure quality, and continuously promote Quality First Time.

Who you are

• You have a Bachelor's Degree in science with 8+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s with 3+ years / entry level with PhD).
• You have demonstrated potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought.
• You have a strong understanding of scientific principles and concepts.
• You apply advanced technical writing skills to produce reports and documents.

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant

• Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought.
• Strong understanding of scientific principles and concepts.
• Applies advanced technical writing skills to produce reports and documents.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Arizona is 82,700.00 -130,020.00 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.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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