Job Abstract

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

Always innovating, we bring together dedicated people and diverse perspectives from across our global network, empowering each other to keep breaking new ground. We are Roche.

The Opportunity

You, as Formulation Specialist I formulate and aliquot reagents in a clean manufacturing lab environment by following specific procedures and documenting those results using good documentation practices. You will inspect materials and verify specific details related to those materials. Attention to detail and strict adherence to guidance documents are key to success in this position.

Also, you are:

• Formulating solutions following standard operating procedures; solutions include aqueous solutions containing salts, organics, acids, bases and/or modified DNA and organic solutions. Support formulation projects, including partnering with other departments on OOS/NCR investigations and new equipment implementation as needed
• Verifies manufacturing batch records and labels as directed for accuracy and adherence to good documentation practices before in-process items release
• Conducting and analyzing test results for compliance with specifications and reporting any abnormalities.
• Ensuring the effective and accurate use of materials and equipment in the production of quality products. On-time completion of scheduled work orders
• Executing protocols and validation builds to support new process or material validation, process characterization, and stability studies. Following cGMP and ISO standards or guidelines as they apply to manufacturing

Who you are

Education and Experience

• A.A.S. or B.S. degree, preferred, in basic sciences or life sciences and/or 1+ years of experience in a formulation manufacturing environment

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.

• Technical knowledge of scientific practices prefer direct experience with pipetting and formulating solutions
• Knowledge of safety precautions required for working with biohazards
• Demonstrated understanding of lab cleaning practices and aseptic techniques
• Quality-oriented mindset with attention to detail and a desire to deliver service excellence
• Good communication, technical writing, and diplomacy skills. Organizational, planning and detail follow-up skills. Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment. Ability to handle and resolve conflicts and work under schedule/milestone pressures. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and resourceful

The expected salary range for this position based in California is 44,500 - 82,700 USD annually.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits. Relocation benefits are not offered for this job.

GenMark is now a proud member of the Roche Group, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare.  As a global leader in healthcare, Roche Diagnostics offers a broad portfolio of products, tools and services that help in the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases like HPV, HIV, hepatitis and diabetes as well as other medical conditions, such as fertility and blood coagulation. With the addition of GenMark to the Roche Group, syndromic infectious disease diagnostics is now added to the long list of disease states and conditions that the Roche Group addresses.  GenMark’s ePlex true sample-to-answer system offers unique solutions to address the most significant challenges facing clinical laboratories, while supporting hospital systems to deliver patient-centered, value-based care. ePlex streamlines the diagnostic workflow from physician order entry to the final test report and is the true sample-to-answer solution designed to improve patient care, reduce costs, and increase lab efficiency. GenMark is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

GenMark is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.