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.
In Pharma Technical Development, we actively collaborate and develop creative technical solutions to efficiently transform scientific ideas into products that reliably deliver our pipeline to patients. As a Lab Analyst, you will join our Global Analytical Development and Quality Control team, a leader in developing and executing testing methods for our biologics pipeline. You will contribute to our mission through innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.
The OpportunityYou perform a broad variety of basic and moderately complex physico-chemical tests for biologics and other pharmaceutical compounds according to GMP.
You maintain accountability for deliverables affecting department goals and maintain a state of inspection readiness.
You identify discrepancies and support the resolution of technical problems to assist the department in meeting corporate objectives.
You schedule and execute routine and semi-routine assignments while supporting general lab maintenance operations.
You ensure the integration of environmental health, safety, and security into business processes, reporting any safety and environmental incidents within your functional area.
You adhere to cGMP policies and procedures, ensuring accurate documentation of activities and transactions in applicable systems.
You coordinate with customers to support operational activities and actively participate in group and project teamwork.
You possess a Bachelor's degree, preferably in a scientific discipline, or an Associate's degree with 5 years of related experience in a lab environment.
You communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
You exercise sound judgment, reasoning, and problem-solving capabilities.
You demonstrate attention to detail with strong organization and prioritization skills.
You take accountability and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
Preferred:
You preferably have previous GMP experience in a biopharmaceutics environment.
You possess QC / cGMP experience working in a lab environment in an industry or academic setting.
Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is 78 500,00 - 145 900,00 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.
Benefits
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree with 5 years of related lab experience
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
- Experience working under cGMP/GMP and accurate documentation in GMP systems
- Ability to perform physico-chemical testing for biologics
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Sound judgment, reasoning, and problem-solving capabilities
- Attention to detail and strong organization/prioritization skills
- Accountability and ability to work effectively on collaborative teams
- Previous GMP experience in a biopharmaceutics environment
- QC / cGMP lab experience in industry or academic setting
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescriptions, supported by HSAs/FSAs and broad wellness resources. On‑site fitness and health centers, mental‑health clinicians, and specialized programs like fully covered preventive cancer screenings and menopause support deepen the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with up to a 4% company match plus an additional annual 6% company contribution to eligible pay. Additional financial protections such as life and accident insurance complement salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes about 20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, personal days, and a year‑end shutdown. A paid six‑week sabbatical every six years notably expands long‑term time‑off flexibility.
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What We Do
Considered the founder of the industry, Genentech, now a member of the Roche Group, has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 40 years. Genentech is a biotechnology company dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours.
