Scientist

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The Position

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.

The Discover Sciences, Alexander Lab, are currently focused on implementing new tumor sampling methodologies to address tumor heterogeneity at the cellular and molecular level, and applying these methods to improve cancer outcome disparities.

The Opportunity:

• Drives on-time delivery of documentation and other deliverables for multiple on-going projects in accordance with various Research Portfolio Committee guidelines, and/or other oversight processes.

• Uses subject matter expertise in development and design change processes to advise project leadership on best practices, timelines, and risks. Supports the research and early development teams with planning, scheduling, tracking and managing documentation deliverables throughout the research progress.

• With minimal managerial oversight, leads cross-functional research projects. Engages with Legal and Partnering teams to ensure that Collaborative Research Agreements and Statement of Work documentations are delivered in a timely manner, while working to preserve the best outcomes for Roche.

• Identifies opportunities for consistency and alignment across project teams. Ensures that international collaborations

• Works closely with Project Management staff to facilitate product development and assist in preparation and review of product design deliverables for the development and commercialization of instrumentation systems.

• Consistently demonstrates Roche values and growing in areas of Roche core competencies. Comfortable with Roche leadership commitments. Monitors work to ensure quality, scientific rigor, and consistent communication across project teams.

Who you are:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related field

• You have specialized expertise in biology and technology areas, particularly when interfacing with experimental staff, and project leadership.

• You have 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably within a research or biopharmaceutical setting, with demonstrated success managing documentation and product development processes.

• You have a proven track record of leading cross-functional projects with minimal oversight and effectively collaborating with teams in Legal, Partnering, and Research & Development.

• You have experience managing complex documentation, adhering to Research Portfolio Committee guidelines, and working with regulatory bodies on compliance.

• Understanding of Collaborative Research Agreements, Statements of Work, and industry-standard processes for product development and documentation.

• You have experience expediting research protocols and Key Opinion Leader management.

• You have experience partnering with external companies to evaluate technology and/or to drive projects where the majority of the work is being outsourced.

Preferred:

• A Master's degree or higher is preferred for positions requiring advanced scientific or regulatory knowledge.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson, AZ is 96,100-178,500 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

Relocation benefits are not available for this role

Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. (Ventana), a member of the Roche Group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that automate tissue processing and slide staining for cancer diagnostics. Our integrated staining, workflow management and digital pathology solutions optimize laboratory efficiency to reduce errors and support diagnosis for pathology professionals. Together with Roche, Ventana is driving personalized healthcare through accelerated drug discovery and companion diagnostics.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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