Research Associate in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease Models in vitro2 years temporary

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In Roches Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED) we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the worlds toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines. 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.

pRED Cardiovascular & Metabolism Immunology (CMI) located in Basel Switzerland focuses on the discovery and early development of innovative treatments for specific diseases that affect the lives of the cardiovascular and metabolism area we are developing cutting-edge therapies to treat metabolic diseases.

We are seeking an experienced Research Associate with a strong industry background to join our Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases (CVM) in vitro this role you will design and execute in-vitro experiments using complex cellular models to evaluate the efficacy and safety of novel therapeutic candidates for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

• Cultivation of primary cell lines from human and animal tissues optimizing protocols for primary cell isolation differentiation and maintenance.

• Execution of functional cell based and enzymatic assays to study metabolic pathways and other relevant metabolic pathways related readouts e.g. lipolysis glucose uptake cAMP signaling

• Experience in advanced cellular and biochemical techniques such as cell painting and metabolic flux analysis using Seahorse to evaluate cellular bioenergetics.

• Strong knowledge of standard molecular biology techniques such as qPCR Western Blot Immunohistochemistry.

• Analyze experimental data with statistical tools preparing high-quality reports and presentations to communicate findings effectively.

• Experience with animal handling treatment and functional metabolic experimentation is advantageous

• You hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in biology biochemistry or a related field or have completed vocational training in biology. A minimum of 3 years in a pharma industry laboratory setting is required.

• You are proficient in cell culture molecular biology and biochemical techniques and are familiar with metabolic and/or cardiovascular cellular models.

• You communicate effectively in English both in writing and orally. Skillfully able to interact with people and have strong commitment to teamwork.

• Strong organizational skills excellent data management and record-keeping skills are required.

At Roche we aim high to deliver life-changing healthcare solutions. If youre ready to make a meaningful impact on patients and healthcare systems worldwide this is the place for you.

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