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Associate Scientist

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

An Associate Scientist position is available within the Late Stage Pharmaceutical Development Department.  The primary responsibility will be leading particle identification and analytical characterization efforts to support pharmaceutical development.   These activities include the development and implementation of novel analytical methods, physical-chemical characterization of particles including compositional analysis, and root cause analyses in support of product investigations. The candidate is expected to participate in cross-functional product development teams and work closely with other technical groups including analytical chemistry, protein purification, quality, and regulatory.  Further, the candidate is expected to develop scientific independence and exhibit creativity by identification and evaluation of new scientific opportunities that further the current state-of-the-art.

Who You Are

A Ph.D. in the field of chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, biophysics, biophysical chemistry, biomaterials science, or related discipline with 0-5 years relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.  A strong research background in protein biochemistry and biophysics, particle analysis, and/or quantitative biochemical analysis is essential.  The candidate should have hands-on experience in physical/chemical protein characterization with a proven publication record.  Experience in particle identification and/or biochemical spectroscopy (e.g. laser spectroscopy, IR imaging microscopy, SEM with compositional analysis) will be considered heavily.  In addition, the candidate must be a highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and inventive self-starter with strong communication, collaboration, and analytical thinking skills.

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Genentech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.