Research Associate (f/m/d)

Research Associate (f/m/d) – biology / mammalian / molecular / MS-Office/ lab automation

Projekt:
For our client in the Roche Glycart in Schlieren Kanton Zürich we are looking for a Research Associate (f/m/d)

Background:

As part of the Roche Pharma Research and Early Development organization, the Molecular & Cell Technologies department is dedicated to the research and development of potential new therapeutic candidates in early drug discovery.
We focus on the support of portfolio projects during early, pre-clinical development of potential new therapeutic candidates by designing molecules, engineering tools and supplying molecules and tools. That covers the generation of antibody and antigen expression constructs, optimized expression vectors for antigen supply, antibody format conversion, designing and engineering of recombinant cell lines and protein production at different scales

Perfect candidate:
We are seeking a research associate with profound molecular biology and cell engineering experience to join our highly dynamic team. The main duty of the qualified candidate will comprise independently designing and generating vector constructs for the generation of stable cell lines used for reporter cell assays and disease models.

Tasks & Responsibilities
* Independent design and generation of vector constructs for transfection and/or transduction of different cell lines
* Ensure conscientious and timely handling of cloning requests for cell engineering projects
* Oversee and optimize relevant associated projects
* Present and discuss generated data
* Perform data entry and analysis, prepare timely updates of project progress reports
* Organize and maintain detailed records of laboratory processes
* Support maintenance of laboratory supplies and perform additional laboratory duties as assigned

Must Haves:
* Master’s degree or equivalent experience in biology or related field
* Strong hands on experience in state-of-the-art cloning and cell engineering techniques
* Experience in mammalian cell culture and transfection
* Min. 1 years‘ experience in a laboratory setting with focus on molecular biology
* EDV- experience and a technical flair (G-Suite or MS Office), knowledge in cloning software like Geneious
* Fluency written and spoken in English is mandatory
* Proactive personality and drive to optimize workflows
* Ability to work independently
* Excellent organizational and documentation skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice to Have:
* Familiarity with lab automation

Reference No.: 922030SGR
Role: Research Associate
Industry: Pharma
Location: Schlieren
Workload:100%
Start: 01.12.2022
Duration: 12++
Deadline: 16.10.2022

Should you find yourself suitable for this position then please send us your complete CV using the link in this advert. If the position is not a perfect match and you wish to receive other opportunities directly, you can send us your CV anyway via this advert or to jobs[at]itcag[dot]com.

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About us:

ITech Consult is a certified ISO 9001:2015 Swiss company with offices also located in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult is specialised in delivering IT and Life Science candidates for contract work. We were founded in 1997 by IT professionals; hence we well understand what it means to be professionally supported in your search for a new project and being employed.