The Position
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.
The Media Prep Lab Services Senior Technician contributes to producing microbiological media, cell culture media, various solutions, buffers, clean glassware and prepared equipment for use throughout GMP and/or R&D groups. In addition, the Media Prep Lab Services Senior Technician is responsible for working effectively within the group to meet department goals and objectives.
The Opportunity
- Preparation of stock such as reagents, buffers, microbiological, tissue culture and requested custom media as needed.
- Operate process equipment, which includes autoclaves, washers, ovens, tanks, and benchtop instruments.
- Managing level of media stock and glassware inventory in all areas of operations and responsible for executing glass wash and equipment preparation activities.
- Cleaning, sterilizing, preparing and distributing of glassware and equipment.
- Demonstrate technical expertise and strength including mastery in media preparation, glassware operations, equipment and instruments used.
- Supporting the team by providing training and technical assistance.
- Maximize production output including documentation and labor efficiency while meeting required safety and quality levels.
Who You Are
- You hold a BS/BA in one of the life sciences or equivalent combination of education and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in media prep and glassware operations or related operational environment.
- Mechanical aptitude, familiarity with sterilizing/cleaning equipment.
Preferred Requirements
- LEAN or other Operational Excellence training and experience a plus.
Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal Media Prep Lab Services Senior Technician
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational skills.
- Ability to lead a team, if necessary, in a performance based, customer focused operational organization.
- Strong ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in both media prep and glassware operations.
- Successful demonstration of collaboration and teamwork.
- Strong ability to focus on quality, attention to detail and delivering results.
- Ability to provide technical support and training for new technicians.
- Effectively influence others to achieve goals.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $62,500.00 - $116,100.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
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Relocation benefits are not available for this position.
Who we are
A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 40 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer & other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech where we believe that our employees are our most important asset & are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.
Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We believe that by championing diversity of background, thought and experience, we can foster a sense of belonging and provide an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and able to contribute their best for the patients we serve. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing and advancing our people to their full potential by rewarding bold ways of thinking and integrating inclusive behaviors into every aspect of our work.
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.
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