R&D Manager Clinical Chemistry

Job description

  Job facts

Job Summary :

The job holder ensures to meet / perform

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working structure is defined and roles and responsibilities of co-workers are assigned; personnel is being recruited and developed accordingly.

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a full compliance regarding quality, safety, and environmental regulations in the area of responsibility;

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infrastructure (lab, office space, instrumentation) matches the tasks of the lab;

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ensure a GLP as well as regulatory guidelines compliant R&D work in the area of clinical chemistry, turbidimetric and nephelometric IVD assays;

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projects are running as planned in accordance with the correspondent governance structure (global R&D and Life Cycle Teams);

Main Tasks & Responsibilities :

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Take over the responsibility in development, application testing, product care for IVD assays, with a strong focus on clinical chemistry and turbidimetric/nephelometric assays;

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Plays a fundamental role in the setup of GLP compliant documentation system as well as in the compliance of development tasks with the regulatory guidelines .
Plan resources, assign roles; train and develop personnel according to valid regulations;

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Organize infrastructure (space and equipment) in compliance with safety and environmental regulations;

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Staff projects according to priorities and requirements as discussed and agreed upon with the governance structure (global R&D and Life Cycle Teams);

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Ensure strong interfaces to all group leaders within the department as well to other involved units (e.g. other R&D units, manufacturing, quality, regulatory) and external partners

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Interaction and communication to all relevant interfaces and local and global functions and teams; Acts as an interaction partner for other R&D unit of CPS organization, business development, marketing, case resolution units in his/her area of responsibility;

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Provide leadership and support for direct reports in order to optimize their capability to successfully contribute to project deliverables.

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Optimize processes in order to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of project work;

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Plan and monitor budgets;

·  Who we are

At Roche, 94,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer.

Desired profile

Who you are

You're someone who wants to influence your own development. You're looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Basic Requirements of the Job :

Education & Qualifications :

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PhD in natural sciences, preferably in biology, biochemistry, clinical chemistry or related subjects

Experience :

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3-5 years of experience in the clinical laboratory testing and/or development of IVD assays;

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A solid knowledge of GLP documentation and/or regulatory guidelines is beneficial;

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Leadership experience in an R&D or clinical laboratory setting

Language skills

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Native or professional Chinese, oral and written

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Business fluency in English, oral and written

Leadership Competencies

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Leadership competencies at proficient level, in line with corporate framework.

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Lead by example to create a positive work environment by encouraging mutual respect, and accountability on a functional and project level

Professional Competencies/skills :

You are someone who wants to influence your own development and the development of a newly created R&D unit. You are looking for a particular challenge where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions, cultures and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

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Strong people leadership (including direct line management) and proven project management skills.

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Team player with the ability to work on their own initiative.

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Daily work in a challenging intercultural environment, demanding goals, pressure and ambitious timelines positively stimulate your performance and commitment to success.

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You are a pro-active, highly flexible, self-motivated & self-sufficient and resilient individual, passionate in the managing of unexpected challenges.

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Professional and positive approach, dynamic and vigorous personality.

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Assertiveness, adaptability and creative thinking are your strengths.

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Ability to convey concepts to different management levels and across functions within the organization/project;

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Ability of systematic, interlinked and analytic as well as strategic thinking

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Diligent with attention to detail

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The success of the entire team defines your own success.

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You communicate effectively with project teams, internal as well as external partners.

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Highly advanced planning and organization skills complete your scientific profile.

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A “can-do” attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when required

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