Scientist, Assay Development

$62,000 - $116,000/Yr

Roche - Solana Beach, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Solana Beach, CA

10,001+ employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

Roche is seeking a motivated scientist to join the Molecular Diagnostic group in San Diego, focusing on the development of molecular assays and next-generation Point of Care (POC) diagnostic platforms. This role involves significant bench-level work, requiring expert scientific knowledge and technical expertise in molecular and cell biology, assay development, and genomic material processing. The successful candidate will contribute to the advancement of innovative diagnostics that can shape the future of healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Develop molecular assays and next-generation POC diagnostic platforms.
• Conduct hands-on experiments in assay design, optimization, and sample preparation.
• Execute experiments efficiently with high reproducibility under moderate supervision.
• Troubleshoot experiments and test practical and creative solutions to achieve project objectives.
• Present progress updates and feedback regularly to the R&D team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience in a pharma/biotech/diagnostics environment, or a Master's degree with 1+ years of experience.
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology with expertise in Molecular Diagnostic assays (PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, etc.).
• Experience working under design controls, risk management, and QSR compliance.
• Familiarity with contamination controls in a molecular assay development environment.
• Experience with GMP or GLP.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a BSL-2/2+ environment.
• Experience using statistical tools (JMP, Excel, Minitab, etc.).
• Experience leading and/or managing projects.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance.