Biospecimen Associate / Biospecimen Associate

Join Roche Diagnostics as a Biospecimen Associate (m/f/d)

The world leader in in-vitro diagnostics, Roche Diagnostics in Rotkreuz (ZG), is seeking a motivated team player for the position of Biospecimen Associate. Our Biospecimen Acquisition & Management (BAM) team at Roche Diagnostics International (RDI) is dedicated to acquiring and managing biological materials and clinical samples, along with the associated data, to support and advance local R&D activities.

The BAM team collaborates with various Life Cycle Teams, Projects, and Functional Areas to ensure that customer requirements for biological materials are formalized, communicated periodically, and met in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices, Good Clinical Data Management Practices, as well as Quality and Business standards.

This role will involve managing the end-to-end biorepository activities to fulfill specimen requests within Roche Diagnostic Solutions (RDS). The ideal candidate will be based at the RDI campus located in Rotkreuz, Switzerland.

Your Tasks & Responsibilities

• Manage and perform activities related to biological material supply, receipt, registration, shipment, returns, verification, retrievals, inventory searches, and resolve discrepancies in a validated environment to meet stakeholder and business needs.
• Collaborate with relevant permitting agencies, import/export compliance, and local Safety and Biorepository Teams to adhere to permit requirements.
• Maintain information in a validated laboratory information management system that complies with GxP principles and standards.
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of work within supported projects, and adjust appropriately to changing priorities.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science.
• Experience in handling biological specimens and a willingness to work with potentially infectious biological material (Biosafety level 2).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Google Suite.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of German is a plus.
• Able to lift 30 lbs, work in a cold environment with limited daylight, stand for long periods, and climb ladders.
• Self-motivated and solution-driven individual with the ability to maintain quality, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables.
• Strong understanding of standard procedures and the concept of biospecimen traceability.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management abilities.
• A meticulous attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Experience in biospecimen acquisition, biobanking, clinical trial management, or interfacing with stakeholders and project management.
• Background in research, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, CRO, or the medical device industry.
• Familiarity with the use of LIMS or other validated systems.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements related to diagnostics.
• Proficiency in German.

Apply Online

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about the position, please contact your Gi consultant, Nicolas Keller, MSc Biochemistry, at Show phone or via email at Show e-mail.

Gi Life Science is part of Gi Group Holding, a global ecosystem of HR services and consulting that supports the development of the labor market and helps transform lives in 37 countries around the world. In Switzerland, we operate under the brands Gi Life Sciences, Gi Group, Grafton, BauTech, and former Kelly Services. We specialize in temporary, permanent, and professional staffing, as well as various complementary HR services. With a direct presence in 35 locations across Switzerland and over 250 employees, we stand as one of the leading staffing companies in the Swiss recruitment market.

Gi Life Sciences is a specialist in temporary and permanent staffing in the Life Science sector, serving as a valuable partner for numerous HR solutions. Our professionals are certified in the scientific sector, allowing them to understand your needs and provide comprehensive support.