Biospecimen Specialist (m/f/d)

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, Roche Diagnostics Switzerland AG in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a

Biospecimen Specialist 80-100% (m/f/d)

Background:

The biospecimen specialist will manage the end to end biorepository activities to fulfill our customer’s specimen request within Roche Diagnostic Solutions (RDS).

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Manages and performs biological material supply, receipt, registration, shipment, returns, verification activities, retrievals, inventory searches, and identifies and resolves discrepancies in a validated environment - to meet stakeholder and/or business needs
• Collaborates with the relevant permitting agencies, import/export compliance and local Safety and Biorepository Teams to comply with permit requirements
• Maintain information in a validated laboratory information management system compliant with GxP principles and standards
• Assumes responsibility for accuracy, quality, and timeliness of work within supported projects and responding appropriately to changing priorities

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science
• Experience in handling biological specimens & willingness to work with potentially infectious biological material (Biosafety level 2)
• Proficient with MS Excel and Google suite
• English B2 Level
• Hepatitis vaccination available
• Able to lift 30lbs, work in cold environment with limited daylight, stand for long periods of time and climb ladders
• Self-motivated and solution driven individual who can maintain quality, accuracy and timeliness of deliverables
• Ability to follow standard procedures and strong understanding of the concept of biospecimen traceability
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with efficiency; and capable of handling multiple projects
• Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder management
• Team player, self organized and motivated individual
• Meticulous attention to detail

Nice to Have:

• Experience in biospecimen acquisition, biobanking, clinical trial management, interfacing with stakeholders and/or project management
• Experience in research, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, CRO or medical device industry
• Experience in the use of LIMS or other validated systems
• Understanding of regulatory requirements related to diagnostics
• German

If you would like an insight into the detailed job description, we look forward to receiving your complete application documents addressed to Ms Marica Hug.

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