Specialist, Organic Synthesis and Nucleic Acid Chemistry | Spezialist* für Organische Synthese und Nukleinsäurechemie - Roche Penzberg

Franz & Wach Personalservice PEN

Penzberg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Oct 20, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This specialist role at Roche Diagnostics in Penzberg is central to R&D projects, focusing on the planning and execution of complex organic syntheses, particularly within nucleic acid chemistry and oligonucleotide synthesis. Day-to-day responsibilities include carrying out laboratory syntheses, comprehensive isolation, purification, and characterization of resulting molecular structures necessary for test development. The specialist ensures strict adherence to internal and external guidelines concerning laboratory work, process transfer to production, occupational safety, and quality management (Q-Management). A key part of the role involves documenting and interpreting R&D results, supporting the creation of official product development documents (SOPs, manufacturing instructions), and potentially contributing to publications or patent applications. The ideal candidate is expected to independently develop novel solutions, monitor the state-of-the-art in preparative organic chemistry, and collaborate effectively within global project teams.

Required Skills

Education

University Degree (Master's or equivalent) in Organic Chemistry required; PhD in Organic Chemistry is possible but not mandatory.

Experience

  • Several years of expert experience in Oligonucleotide Synthesis (Ideally expert level)
  • Several years of experience in Preparative Organic Synthesis
  • Professional experience in purification of synthesis products
  • Initial professional experience in Organic Chemistry (required if holding a Master's degree)
  • Experience in monitoring state-of-the-art chemical developments via literature and patents

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Ability to support project management tasks and provide technical guidance to team members; Commitment to ensuring compliance with labor law, secrecy, and quality assurance guidelines; Ability to collaborate effectively within global project teams.