Biorepository Team Lead

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A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

Biospecimens are among Roche’s most valuable physical assets; samples with associated high fidelity data are critical to all phases of Research and Development (R&D) projects. In this role, you will support Pleasanton’s Biospecimen Acquisition and Management (BAM) subchapter by leading the Biorepository function. BAM is strategically positioned within the Development Services and Integration (DSI) chapter of Roche Diagnostics Solutions’ R&D organization.

Under the guidance of the BAM Subchapter Lead, you will oversee a high volume Biorepository and deliver on network/customer area needs across a diverse portfolio of individual projects. You will develop the capabilities of Biorepository team members, focusing on their skills in sample and stakeholder management and in documenting sample activities in the validated Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). As a line manager, you will optimize team members’ professional development journeys and coach direct reports while collaborating with other BAM team members.

You will also play a critical role in stakeholder engagement across the organization.
**** THE OPPORTUNITY
***** Coach and mentor team members, promoting their growth and career progression.
* Facilitate the design, planning, and implementation of biorepository projects in an audit-ready environment to meet BAM stakeholders’ biological material needs in compliance with Good Clinical Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, Quality, Business, and Industry best practices/standards.
* Represent biorepository function with internal stakeholders and support team members in their interactions with stakeholders to meet project deliverables.
* Establish and monitor compliance with commitments, including but not limited to, meeting agreed-upon timelines, facilitating and maintaining permits/certification(s), and managing inventory of biological materials and associated data in a validated laboratory information management system.
* Document strategic metrics (Key Performance Indicators), and monitor performance.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with BAM members within/across service locations to adeptly manage service requests and associated process requirements.
* Support the Subchapter Lead’s efforts in achieving excellence and driving strategic BAM initiatives to improve efficiencies across the organization.
**** WHO YOU ARE
***** You have a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
* You have 6 years of experience or a background in the technical and ethical aspects of biospecimen utilization, clinical operations, or sample management.
* You have prior experience supervising/managing staff.
* You have 3 years experience applying broad knowledge in molecular biology or clinical studies along with an understanding of medical device development (especially assays).
* You have demonstrated success in building a high-performing team environment, thinking strategically, breaking down silos, and excelling in cross-functional collaboration.
* You are someone who is committed to developing your skills to better yourself and your team.
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* Preferred Experience:

*** You have an advanced degree in a scientific discipline
* You have prior experience navigating a highly complex, global matrix…