Technical Specialist, Assay Development (Temporary) | Technische(r) Angestellte(r) Testentwicklung (m/w/d) (befristet auf 2 Jahre)

Roche Diagnostics GmbH

Penzberg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Nov 6, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is a critical 2-year temporary position at Roche in Penzberg, focusing on the development, optimization, and revision of high-revenue Elecsys In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) assays within the R&D Core Lab Development network. The specialist will be responsible for the independent planning and execution of demanding development tasks, primarily utilizing protein chemistry and immunological methods. A core part of the job involves meticulous evaluation, documentation, and presentation of all test results while strictly adhering to Quality Management guidelines and safety regulations, particularly when handling infectious material. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Biology or Biotechnology, or equivalent technical certification, coupled with strong expertise in Immunology and Protein Chemistry. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to ensuring accurate patient diagnoses by maintaining the continuous high quality of Roche's core diagnostic portfolio, working within a stable team environment that utilizes the SAFe agile methodology.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or comparable field; or Certification as a Technician in Biotechnology (or equivalent knowledge)

Experience

  • Professional experience providing knowledge equivalent to a Technician certification
  • Practical experience with various analytical procedures
  • Experience with complex laboratory and analysis devices (e.g., cobas® Analyzers)
  • Experience using software-based control and evaluation tools

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Temporary contract duration of 2 years