Associate Scientist

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.

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to focus on formulation development within the Genentech Pharmaceutical Development (PharmDev) Department. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to engage in innovative process development, formulation, analytical/biophysical characterization, and analytical method optimization while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Your contributions will be crucial in delivering novel medicines that meet the critical needs of patients through efficiency, innovation, and collaboration.

The position requires a strong interest in formulation development, analytical development, development of drug products, as well as a deep commitment to working as part of teams to deliver best-in-class therapies.

The Opportunity:

The successful candidate will work with dynamic and highly motivated teams to develop formulations for large molecules in our portfolio that treat unmet medical needs.

You are working in a formulation research and development lab and collaborating with department colleagues. This position requires effective participation in a team environment.

Your responsibilities will include setup and execution of formulation studies, e.g. stability studies, compatibility studies, and sample analytics. You apply Engineering, Scientific, GMP theories, principles & techniques to solve problems.

This role requires knowledge of protein chemistry and analytical methods such as Spectrophotometry, pH, Chromatography (HPLC, UPLC) , Electrophoresis (CE, icIEF). Able to apply analytical skills and judgment in assessing the quality of assay data and assay performance. Additionally the role expects routine/advanced instrument troubleshooting, maintenance & calibration, and lab safety

Presentation in teams will be part of this role, as well as at department meetings.

Who You Are:

You hold a B.S., B.A. or M.S with a degree in physical science, engineering, life science or related disciplines.

You bring at least 0-3 years of work experience with relevant experience in healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry

You have a basic understanding of protein formulation or other related disciplines such as chemical and biochemical engineering, purification, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, microbiology, biology.

You are experienced in executing lab experiments, documentation, lab maintenance activities, and technical communication (Writing and Verbal)

Team player: Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, team-oriented, dependable, with an ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment: Must be self-motivated, able to multitask, and meet timelines efficiently and productively.

Other Knowledge, Behaviors, Competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant

Knowledge: General understanding of drug product process, engineering and device development is desirable.

Enterprise mindset: Considers the impact of their efforts on the entire organization rather than any single team or function.

Empowered decision making: Embraces the single decision maker model and drives decision making down to the lowest appropriate level.

Informed risk taking:  Takes calculated, informed risks by leveraging a “minimum viable product” approach and challenging any work that does not add value. Strong critical thinking

Relocation benefits are not available for this role.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary locatio n of South San Francisc o, CA is 68 800,00 - 127 800,00 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.