Research Associate Organic Synthesis | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter* Organische Synthese - Roche Penzberg

Franz & Wach Personalservice GmbH

Penzberg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Apr 16, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at Roche Diagnostics in Penzberg focuses on the implementation and optimization of organic synthesis processes within a high-stakes pharmaceutical production environment. As a Research Associate, you will collaborate closely with group leaders and laboratory assistants to manage process scale-ups, troubleshooting, and change management. You will be responsible for ensuring that products are manufactured on time and meet strict quality and quantity standards. A significant portion of the day-to-day involves ensuring compliance with internal guidelines, safety regulations, and environmental laws, alongside supporting validation and qualification activities. This position is particularly attractive for those looking to enter a world-leading pharmaceutical company via a specialized recruitment partner, offering a path toward long-term employment. The role combines deep scientific technicality with practical production oversight, making it ideal for a chemist who enjoys seeing laboratory innovations transition into large-scale manufacturing.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Chemistry; ideally a PhD in the field of Organic Chemistry or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in a production environment under GMP conditions
  • Extensive theoretical and practical experience in multi-stage organic synthesis
  • Proven experience in troubleshooting organic synthesis processes
  • Experience in the synthesis of natural products is preferred
  • Experience working within a matrix organizational structure

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be willing to participate in on-call shifts (Rufbereitschaft). Position is a fixed-term contract via employee leasing (Arbeitnehmerüberlassung).