Hybrid Pathology Laboratory Expert: Complex in vitro models focus (Temporary position for 2 years) en Roche

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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.

In Roche’s Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients to tackle some of the world’s toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicine. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility and humility, where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed.

This position is located in PASS (Pathology and Applied Safety Science), a chapter within the Pharmaceutical Sciences function.  We drive the non-clinical safety assessment of drug candidates from small molecules to complex biological products during the discovery and development phases at Roche.

The Opportunity

We are offering an outstanding opportunity for a Pathology Laboratory Associate to develop and execute histologic techniques for preclinical in vitro and in vivo models,  supporting prioritization and de-risking of novel therapeutic agents throughout the drug discovery and development process. 

This position is located in Pathology and Applied Safety Sciences (PASS) to support our histopathology core lab team and will work closely with scientists and associates across several disciplines including pathology, investigative toxicology and immunosafety.

• You work at the interface of histopathology and investigative toxicology to better characterize complex vitro models and understand drug-induced mechanisms of toxicity.

• You perform standard histology and molecular pathology tissue technologies (Immunohistochemistry, multiplex-immunofluorescence, ) on complex in vitro models and in vivo tissues.

• You perform slide scanning (brightfield, fluorescent) as well as study metadata recording into the corresponding LIMS.

• You perform quality control, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting across a range of histology lab instruments to ensure high-quality data production

This position is a Roche temporary position for 2 years. 

Who you are

• You hold a degree as a Biology Laboratory Technician (Laborant: in EFZ Fachrichtung Biologie / Histologie or Dipl. Biomedizinische/-r Analytiker/-in HF) and/or a B.Sc. in Life Sciences e.g. Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Cell Biology and Analytics, Applied Cell Biology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Histotechnology (Histopathology or Cellular Pathology Specialization), 

• You have at least 3 years of laboratory experience with histological preparation of mammalian tissues,  including tissue processing (both frozen and formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded), immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence with attention to detail along with robust manual dexterity and precision handling of delicate samples.

• You bring deep knowledge of the operation and maintenance of histological laboratory equipment.

• You have a high degree of self-organization and are a team player

• You demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• You enjoy working in a dynamic team environment at the interface of investigative pathology and toxicology.

Unwavering focus, collaborative teamwork and outstanding delivery are key behaviours that drive our mission of doing now what patients need next. Together, we can be transformative.

If you are passionate about contributing to a committed team and have the dedication to partnership and innovation, Roche is the place for you! Every role at Roche plays a part in making a difference in patients’ lives. Apply now and join us in making an impact!

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.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.