Research Associate in vivo technologies
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Job Location:
Basel - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Roche you can show up as yourself embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression open dialogue and genuine connections where you are valued accepted and respected for who you are allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche where every voice matters.
The Position
Within Roches Pharma Research and Early Development (pRED) Neuroscience & Rare Diseases (NRD) represents a major focus area where we are committed to realizing our long-term vision of changing lives of patients with severe brain disorders. Our preclinical research and early clinical development activities center around large and rare indications within the four major pillars of dementias multiple sclerosis movement disorders neurodevelopmental and neuromuscular disorders. With unparalleled strengths across diverse disciplines Roche is uniquely positioned to lead in transforming science into medicines for patients with disorders of the nervous system.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Research Associate to join the In Vivo Technologies Laboratory within the Systems Neuroscience Section of the Neuroscience and Rare Disease (NRD) Discovery team at Roche.
Our lab focuses on translational in vivo models precise compound application and development of sensitive endpoints to improve decision-making in drug development.
In this role you will design conduct and report pharmacology studies in rodents including drug administration stereotaxic surgeries behavioral testing in-life sampling and tissue collection. Youll collaborate closely with colleagues across NRD and pRED gaining hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of neuroscience drug discovery.
You will work in an industry-leading Neuroscience department with a strong portfolio of preclinical and clinical CNS projects. Our highly digital and automated workflows offer opportunities to adopt new technologies that enhance research quality and animal welfare.
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player with a passion for neuroscience a growth mindset and a commitment to excellence.
Who you are
You hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Neuroscience or a closely-related area or possess equivalent technical training and relevant experience with a strong drive to advance research in central nervous system disorders. Candidates with a PhD will not be considered for this role.
You bring hands-on expertise in rodent models for brain disorders including demonstrated experience in preclinical pharmacology testing and rodent stereotaxic surgery and hold a certification for performing in vivo animal experiments (LTK1 or equivalent).
You have a rigorous approach to planning study execution and are dedicated to excellence in laboratory animal welfare and in vivo research including data capture analysis and reporting.
You are a collaborative team player motivated by the shared mission to improve the patients lives thriving in a dynamic cross-functional and international research environment.
You possess exceptional planning organization teamworking and presentation skills coupled with curiosity and a growth mindset.
You have demonstrated a willingness to adopt and advance new digital technologies in support of scientific research and animal welfare (prior experience in contributing to outsourced in vivo studies and/or familiarity with ex vivo characterization methods like immunohistochemistry and confocal imaging are a plus).
Unwavering focus collaborative teamwork and exceptional 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!
Please submit a CV and a Cover Letter to complete your application
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together more than 100000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities foster creativity and keep our ambitions high so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Lets build a healthier future together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG is a Swiss multinational healthcare company that operates worldwide under two divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. Its holding company, Roche Holding AG, has bearer shares listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The company headquarters are located in Basel.
