Lab Technician – Oligonucleotide Analytics

About the role

A recruitment agency is looking for a lab technician for its client, Hoffmann-La Roche, focused on analytical development of oligonucleotides or peptides. The role suits someone with a vocational scientific qualification and 2-3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with strong hands-on expertise in HPLC, MS and ideally LC-MS.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine measurements for oligonucleotides, mainly by HPLC with UV and/or single quad MS detection.
• Plan, execute and document experiments collaboratively within a team of five associates.
• Use chromatographic data systems such as Empower or OpenLab to control analytical instruments.
• Evaluate data with Genedata or Oligo Analysis Accelerator.
• Develop, improve and validate analytical methods for the quality assessment of oligonucleotides.
• Ensure compliance with GxP guidelines and relevant SOPs.

Required profile

• Vocational scientific qualification as chemical laboratory technician (e.g. apprenticeship) with at least 2-3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Interest or background in analytical development for oligonucleotides.
• Self-motivated, proactive, open-minded, goal-oriented and a strong team player.
• Good command of English; German is beneficial.

Required skills

• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and techniques such as HPLC and MS.
• Strong knowledge of LC-MS applications and instruments is a plus.
• Experience with large molecules/biologics analytics is an advantage.
• Knowledge of GxP requirements across clinical phases.