Principal Scientist I

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and technically proficient Principal Scientist I to join our Sequencing Assay Development group in Roche Diagnostics Cape Town. This role is designed for a candidate who combines deep scientific expertise in the sequencing space with the ability to drive product development delivery. We are looking for a confident, technically rounded individual who can work with a high degree of autonomy, designing experiments and driving results while providing technical leadership and coaching to the team.

• Drive the delivery of product development activities, either as a project team member or as the Technical Project Lead, and ensure all activities meet quality standards and timelines.

• Assume full responsibility for the design and execution of robust experiments, ensuring the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of results.

• Independently analyze, interpret, and record data, present findings to relevant stakeholders and determine the next experimental steps.

• Act as a technical gatekeeper and subject matter expert, applying independent thinking to solve complex technical challenges.

• Foster a culture of high performance by providing technical coaching and guidance on experimental design, data analysis, and technical writing to less experienced colleagues.

• Contribute to the group's technical strategy and develop influence within the organization to navigate diverse situations and shape the technical direction of the sequencing portfolio.

• Learn and apply the Roche quality management systems for product development, ensuring all Development activities/deliverables are compliant.

Who You Are as an Ideal Candidate Qualifications and Experience

• Higher degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.

• Extensive experience in a relevant scientific setting, typically 7+ years.

• Demonstrated history of designing experiments and driving product development projects from concept to feasibility.

• Relevant industry experience in feasibility testing, Verification and Validation, Design of Experiments, and Design for Quality and Manufacturability.

• In-depth conceptual and practical knowledge of biochemistry or molecular biology as it relates to Next Generation Sequencing.

• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make critical technical decisions.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the presence to lead projects and mentor junior scientists.

• High level of energy and drive to ensure work is not only planned but executed efficiently in the lab.

• Commitment to a growth and learning mindset for personal and team development.

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