Reagent Validation Associate

5 months ago


Seattle, United States Roche Full time

The Position

Roche Diagnostics acquired Stratos Genomics (

In this role you will work across our functional teams to ensure the quality of the starting materials and reagents. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded individual with a demonstrated ability to validate and maintain an inventory of critical reagents. They will also exhibit a passion for scrupulousness and quality control. 

Please include a cover letter outlining why you want to work with us, your specific interest in SBX technology and how you would contribute, this is important.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and maintain the processes and tests to ensure the consistent quality of our reagents and starting materials

Identify and troubleshoot problems in creative ways.

Collaborate with teams to forecast reagent needs for critical processes.

Maintain an inventory of critical reagents which have been validated for quality.

Work with vendors to negotiate pricing, quality control metrics, and inventory agreements as applicable.

Contribute to the definition and timely achievement of project goals.

Develop the SOPs to test the quality of reagents and starting materials

Participate in the production of reagents and starting materials.

Perform data analysis and protocol development.

Maintain accurate, detailed and reliable laboratory records.

Demonstrate strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail. 

Present findings at group or departmental meetings.

Maintain the lab’s cleanliness and organisation.

Develop and propose improved processes to fulfill the above functions.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience, MS or PHD Preferred. 2+ years of industry experience, less with advanced degrees.

Minimum of 2 years laboratory experience with complex analytical instrumentation

Ideal candidates will have experience:

Analysing diverse compounds for QC 

Maintaining vendor relationships 

Forecasting and monitoring reagent needs

Troubleshooting quality issues

Mature understanding of how to work with chemical and biochemical samples, including sample handling, reactivity, purification and storage.

Technical background in next-generation DNA sequencing

Experience with HPLC, MS, NMR, IR, GC, spectroscopy and manual pipetting.

Relocation benefits are not offered for this role. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Seattle, WA is $60,000 and $90,000. 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 here: Benefits



  • Seattle, Washington, United States Roche Full time

    About the RoleRoche Diagnostics is seeking a highly skilled Reagent Validation Associate to join our team. As a key member of our functional teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality of our starting materials and reagents.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain processes and tests to ensure consistent quality of reagents and starting...

  • Associate Scientist

    4 months ago


    Seattle, United States Net2Source Inc. Full time

    Position: Senior Associate ScientistLocation: Seattle, WADuration: 12+ Months (Extendable) Projected for 12 months and beyond depending on the business need.This Position is OnsiteClient: PharmaceuticalBenefits:401K, Paid-Time Off are NOT offered (except where state applicable sick time is required)Shift Time: (Normal Business hours Mon – Friday PST.)Job...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Validation & Engineering Group Full time

    Job SummaryThe Validation & Engineering Group is seeking a skilled Biotech Manufacturing Operator to join our team. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for executing and monitoring various steps in the production process of drug substances.This role involves working with bioreactors, filtration systems, chromatography equipment,...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States University of Washington Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Anatomic Pathology Technologist to join our team at the University of Washington. As an Anatomic Pathology Technologist, you will be responsible for performing all technical aspects associated with Renal protocols, setting up and writing new protocols, and monitoring temperature readings of various instruments and...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Astellas Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate II, Molecular AnalyticsWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Associate II to join our Core Technologies Department. This individual will contribute to the molecular engineering of our gene edited Universal Donor Cells, with a focus on performing custom TaqMan based PCR assays.Responsibilities and...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Net2Source Inc. Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate Scientist to join our Analytical Core team at Net2Source Inc. in a collaborative environment to perform analytics testing to support multiple BMS programs.Key Responsibilities:Execution of routine analytical testing including qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, molecular biology, and cell-based assays to test...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States BD Full time

    Job Description SummaryThe Regional Business Manager - Research will play a key role in driving the development of a comprehensive business strategy to maximize revenue and profitability for the research instrument and reagent portfolio in the US Region. This individual will lead a regional sales team to achieve financial and business objectives, with full...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States University of Washington Full time

    Job Title: Anatomic Pathology TechnologistWe are seeking a highly skilled Anatomic Pathology Technologist to join our team at the University of Washington. As a key member of our Laboratory Medicine and Pathology department, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality clinical and anatomic pathology services.Job Summary:The Anatomic Pathology...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Net2Source Inc. Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate Scientist to join our Analytical Core team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing analytics testing to support multiple BMS programs.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute routine analytical testing, including qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, molecular biology, and cell-based assays to test...


  • Seattle, United States Astellas Full time

    Research Associate II, Molecular Analytics (Core Technologies) We are seeking a highly capable, self-motivated Research Associate II for our Core Technologies Department. This individual will contribute to the molecular engineering for our gene edited Universal Donor Cells with activities focused on performing custom TaqMan based PCR assays. They will work...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Vertex Pharmaceuticals Full time

    As a key member of the Commercial Manufacturing and Supply Chain organization at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, the Associate Director, Process Validation, Manufacturing Science and Technology will play a crucial role in leading technical programs within the Vertex Biopharmaceutical Sciences and Manufacturing Operations network.The ideal candidate will have a...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States ACROBiosystems Full time

    Become a Part of ACROBiosystems as a Regional Sales Associate ManagerACROBiosystems stands at the forefront of the global biotechnology sector, excelling in the creation and manufacturing of recombinant proteins and vital reagents essential for drug development and clinical applications. Our commitment to innovation and quality propels the progress of...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States A-Alpha Bio Full time

    Job SummaryA-Alpha Bio is seeking a highly skilled Research Associate I to support our Technical Operations team's execution of our yeast-based AlphaSeq platform for drug discovery and optimization. The successful candidate will be responsible for formulating media, executing yeast transformations, and supporting the execution of other workflows.This is a...


  • Seattle, United States TSR Consulting Services, Inc. Full time

    TSR is a premier National U.S. Staffing company with over 50 years of staffing excellence.Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company is hiring an Assistant / Associate Scientist for a contracting role. MUST be local to Seattle WA.MUST have skills:Previous Cell Therapy experiencePrevious experience with process development or manufacturingExperience with...


  • seattle, United States TSR Consulting Services, Inc. Full time

    TSR is a premier National U.S. Staffing company with over 50 years of staffing excellence.Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company is hiring an Assistant / Associate Scientist for a contracting role. MUST be local to Seattle WA.MUST have skills:Previous Cell Therapy experiencePrevious experience with process development or manufacturingExperience with...


  • Seattle, Washington, United States Validation & Engineering Group Full time

    Job Title: Biotech Manufacturing OperatorJob Summary:The Biotech Manufacturing Operator is responsible for executing and monitoring various steps in the production process of drug substances. This role involves working with bioreactors, filtration systems, chromatography equipment, and other production technologies commonly used in the biotech industry.Key...

  • Research Associate

    1 month ago


    Seattle, United States Actalent Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Research AssociateJob DescriptionIn this individual contributor, lab-based role, the Assistant/Associate Scientist will work in a collaborative environment to perform studies, develop, and optimize unit operations to support process and platform development programs. The incumbent will join a process development group...


  • seattle, United States TSR Consulting Services, Inc. Full time

    80366TSR is a premier National U.S. Staffing company with over 50 years of staffing excellence.Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company is hiring an Assistant / Associate Scientist for a contracting role. Please ONLY local candidates to Seattle WA.MUST have skills:Previous Cell Therapy experiencePrevious experience with process development or...


  • Seattle, United States TSR Consulting Services, Inc. Full time

    80366TSR is a premier National U.S. Staffing company with over 50 years of staffing excellence.Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company is hiring an Assistant / Associate Scientist for a contracting role. Please ONLY local candidates to Seattle WA.MUST have skills:Previous Cell Therapy experiencePrevious experience with process development or...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Seattle, Washington, United States Tacoma Community College Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Stockroom Assistant to join our team at Tacoma Community College. As a Laboratory Stockroom Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting the science teaching laboratories and auxiliary areas in the Science and Engineering Building.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with...