Vacancies at Roche

The opportunity

• Carry out high-level and early-stage proof-of-concept research to explore and validate new product ideas
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to developing innovative, world-class products for the NGS market
• Conduct regular project progress reviews to communicate key findings, conclusions and implications to the project team
• Keep detailed records of all experiments and project-related information
• Keep abreast of advances in peer reviewed publications and the marketplace

Who you are

Education

• Required Qualification and Education: BSc (Hons) in a relevant study field (e.g. Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology)

Experience

• 1 or more years experience in enzyme improvement for application in sequencing sample preparation. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge and practical experience of a broad range of molecular biology techniques
• Strong analytical, multitasking and problem solving skills
• Well-developed communication skills and ability to articulate findings 
• Familiarity with major commercial NGS technologies, platforms and applications
• Practical experience with enzyme expression, -purification as well as purity determination

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Your Opportunity

• Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, addressing inquiries, concerns, and maintaining positive relationships.
• Collaborate with various departments such as procurement, finance, and operations to ensure timely processing of vendor transactions.
• Monitor vendor performance and conduct regular evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Resolve disputes or discrepancies with vendors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors in conjunction with Indirect Procurement to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Utilize SAP software to extract data and generate reports regarding equipment maintenance requirements, schedule and coordinate the maintenance activities.
• Monitor progress and ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks, escalating any issues or delays as necessary. Act as a point of contact for any queries or concerns related to maintenance scheduling and execution.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, as well as relevant regulatory requirements, in all maintenance-related activities.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
• Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, or related field.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, MyBuy, SAP  is advantageous.

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The Opportunity

• Roche Diagnostics Cape Town invites applications for an exciting opportunity to join the Research and Early Development (RED) team as a permanent Scientist II. As a successful candidate, you will work within the RED group and report directly to a RED Team Lead.

Purpose

• The RED group is responsible for the conceptualization and development of a strategically aligned portfolio of products for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) applications and associated solutions. This position will require you to be a creative problem solver, critical thinker and be able to create collaborative relationships across the organisation to solve technical problems and conceptualise innovative solutions.

Key challenges

As the successful candidate you will be required to:

• Carry out high-level and early-stage proof-of-concept research to explore and validate new product ideas
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to developing innovative, world-class products for the NGS market
• Conduct regular project progress reviews to communicate key findings, conclusions and implications to the project team
• Keep detailed records of all experiments and project-related information
• Keep abreast of advances in peer reviewed publications and the marketplace    

Who you are

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• An advanced degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics or related field - Honour’s or Master’s Degree in Science is preferred.
• Minimum of two to three years' (or equivalent) experience in biotechnology.
• Experience as a wet-lab scientist is required.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities:

• Knowledge of NGS applications or a proven molecular biology background will be beneficial.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to present at all functional levels.
• Ability to collaborate and deliver in a complex global organisation, strong team work.
• The ideal candidate will be action oriented and excited to find solutions to complex, evolving problems.
• Analytical, problem solving, stress and time management skills.