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QC Scientist - Protein Analytical Chemistry (Validation)

Who We Are

At the Roche Group, about 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 30 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. The headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical operations in the United States, Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer and other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech, where we believe that our employees are our most important asset and are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.

The Position

The Scientist will be a member of the Protein Analytical Chemistry Validation Department (PAC-V). PAC-V is one of the seven departments that comprise Analytical Development and Quality Control  (ADQC) organization within Process Research and Development.

PAC-V  is responsible for the validation life cycle of quality control methods (covering a wide array of techniques) until established as part of a commercial control system. PAC-V is responsible for both the development and execution of the strategies. The candidate will provide practical guidance and expertise to ensure the appropriate and timely progression of acceptable validation activities across the Protein Analytical Chemistry Department.

The candidate must have in depth scientific knowledge and hands-on experience in the development, robustness testing, and validation of analytical methods, covering a wide array of analytical techniques such as HPLC, CE, MS, and wet-chemistry. He or she will be involved to ensure the proper and timely execution of all aspects of the life cycle clinical analytical methods across Genentech's clinical product portfolio and testing sites (including CMOs and partners).

Additionally, the candidate is expected to be a key player in Genentech's business process for continuous innovation to identify, evaluate, and implement novel and viable state of the art analytical technologies for QC testing. The candidate is also expected to represent PAC-V in cross functional teams. The position involves a multitude of interactions within a global matrix organization, excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.

Who You Are

* Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or other scientific field with demonstrated experience in Quality Control laboratories for biotechnology products. Candidates with Bachelors/Masters Degrees with additional experience will be considered.

* A strong background and in depth knowledge in analytical chemistry across a wide range of technologies (HPLC, CE, MS, etc.) is necessary.

* Must have extensive knowledge and experience of QC assay development and validation, and cGMP.

* Highly motivated and self driven candidate is desired.

* Demonstrated proficiency in method validation, stability programs & specifications setting are necessary.

* Excellent skills in teamwork and collaboration are required.

* Strong communication and (written and verbal) are a must.

* Background and experience in bio-product development and commercialization is a plus.

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Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.