Research Associate III

Roche•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche. The Research Associate III is responsible for independently conducting laboratory research, development, and manufacturing experiments to support project goals. This role applies advanced technical expertise to design, execute, and interpret experiments that inform project strategies, while preparing detailed reports, protocols, and quantitative analyses. The position involves presenting findings to teams, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as GMP and GLP. Additionally, the Research Associate III stays current with scientific literature, may contribute to professional communities, and can lead their own experimental work as a principal investigator.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Science required
4+ years relevant job experience required
Knows wide range of experimental techniques and skilled in their applications
Capable with searching scientific literature to gain general and specific information
Skilled with use of word processing, spreadsheets, graphical and presentation software applications

Responsibilities

Designs a wide range of experimental protocols.
Executes bench experiments; makes detailed and general observations and analyzes data.
Prepares technical reports, summaries and quantitative analyses.
Maintains complete and accurate records.
Normally receives general directions on routine and new assignments.
Identifies and implements improvements to work processes and laboratory environment.
Recognized expert for area of expertise.
Recognizes and documents activities for publication and/or patent potential.
Works on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Participates in cross functional technical teams such as a failure investigation or core team.
Works well in a team environment by being a productive project team member, suggesting creative solutions to problems and providing input to project planning.
Establishes interfaces across other organizational groups.
Trains others in areas of expertise.
Troubleshoots problems and institutes corrective action.
Prepares and presents experimental procedures and results in group and project teams.
Monitors work to ensure quality, and continuously promote Quality First Time.
Other duties as assigned by management.