For our international medical partner, Roche Diagnostics Int Ltd based in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a qualified and motivated Scientist Lab Technician Assay Development for 12 months with option for extension.

The Assay Development team is responsible for the development of molecular diagnostic and screening tests based on PCR technology in the areas of infectious diseases, genomics, and oncology, from early feasibility to commercial launch. Our main areas of responsibility include initial prototyping; optimization of assay design to meet product requirements and ensure manufacturability; development of test methods and acceptance criteria; transfer of reagent manufacturing instructions, test methods, and workflows to Operations; the design and execution of verification and validation activities, including guard-band studies, stability studies, and technical performance verification studies; and documentation of analytical performance for product labeling and regulatory submission packages. Throughout the product development phases, Assay Development interfaces with various departments including Research, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Business in order to create and realize what patients need next.

Tasks
Working with high throughput lab – analyzer
Routine lab work with infectious samples and leading of own experiments including the analysis of them
Plan and execute different work packages for the development of molecular diagnostics test
Participation in project meetings and presentation of experimental data
Precise documentation of experiments using electronic lab journals according to GMP standards
Equipment handling and maintenance
Statistical data analysis using different software and tools (e.g. JMP)
Author official documents (e.g Design History Files)

Must Haves
Graduate as Biomedical Analyst Scientist (BMA HF) or apprenticeship as Lab Technician (Biology, Medical Diagnostics, Chemistry) or at least or Bachelor or Master degree in Life Sciences with practical experience from the Lab
Min. 2 years of lab experience with data analyses and biostatistics
Very good MS-Office and documentation skills
English fluency written and orally is a must, German is a plus
Open-minded team player
Pro-active mindset and organized working style
Flexible, strategic thinking and self-dependent person

Nice to Haves
Lab experience from a biotechnical environment with infectious sample handling Biosafety Level 2
Experience in a GMP/GLP environment

Are you interested? Do not hesitate and submit your complete application documents online today.

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