Principal Scientist

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Data de término: 10 de março de 2026 (10 dias restantes para se candida tar) job requisition :
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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.
** Key Challenges
*** 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.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** 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.### Quem nós somos

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