Research Associate III - Assay Transfer

Roche

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About The Position

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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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees