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NGS Field Application Specialist - Spain
On-site in Spain·Full-time·Added 17 days ago
Overview
Job details
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Roche doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Spain
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
Driving licence
EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.
The role
Are you ready to be at the forefront of our diagnostic solutions? As aField ApplicationSpecialist (d/f/m)you will be responsible for supportingcustomers of all the assays andreagents from theRoche Sequencing Solutionsproductportfolio. You will be the directcontact for application-related inquiries from our field staff and our customers in hospitals,research and private laboratories.
You will become part of a highly qualified service team and will be working closely with thewider team and all other areas of Roche to provide excellent support for our customers.
Together, we manage the rollout and support of our new SBX platform, supporting each otherthrough peer-to-peer knowledge sharing. In our team, personal responsibility and a passionfor technical precision in the field of genomics are what truly count.
What you'll do
- Application support for all Roche Sequencing Products and Assays
- Installation support and customer training for Roche Sequencing Systems togetherwith the Service team
- Troubleshooting onsite to answer inquiries and resolve problems
- Co-creating and conducting customer application trainings
- Assisting the local sales and marketing organizations with your expertise
- Working with liquid handlers and their respected vendors
- Monitoring the service processes and overall product/system quality
- Attending internal meetings and events (remotely and in person) as well as externalevents (seminars, conferences etc)
- Monitoring our service processes and overall product/system quality.
- You should be resilient, and tenacious. You strive under pressure, working effectively as part ofa close-knit team in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities andmultiple deadlines. With strong analytical skills, you are at ease working with technical,scientific and numeric information.
- You will focus on Spain territory, but are also ready to travel to other European countries onoccasion. Due to regional deployment planning and travel times, you should ideally live inclose proximity to an international airport, preferably Madrid or Barcelona. Furthermore, youhold a valid driver's license and have a high willingness to travel to support our customers inother European countries.
- You have successfully completed your studies in the natural sciences (e.g.biology, chemistry, medicine) and ideally obtained a PhD
- Experience: Ideally 3 years of professional experience in a research or serviceinstitution where you have acquired in-depth knowledge of NGS technologies.
- Experience in establishing NGS workflows on different liquid handling systems andhaving basic understanding of bioinformatics is a plus
- Good knowledge of the IVD market as well as in-depth scientific knowledge ingenomics, oncology and the product and market environment
- Capacity to analyze problems and presenting an adequate solution
- Project management experience
- You communicate fluently in Spanish and have very good English skills for workingwithin an interdisciplinary, international team of experts.
description
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
Your Main Responsibilities
Who You Are
Hiring process
Online application · 5–10 min
HR review · With HR · 1–3 days
Hiring manager review · With a hiring manager
Phone or video interview
With a hiring manager · Phone call · 30–40 min
A first interview about your technical skills and fit.
On-site interviews
In person · 1–5 sessions
Up to five on-site interviews depending on location and position, spread over at most two trips.
Decision · 1–2 weeks
- Roche asks for at most two trips for on-site interviews.
- Decisions are consensus-based; collecting feedback can take up to two weeks.
- Decision within two weeks of the interview.
About Roche
Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. The company develops and manufactures medicines and diagnostic solutions across two main divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics, operating in over 100 countries worldwide. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees, Roche is one of the largest healthcare companies in the world, known for its oncology, immunology, and infectious disease treatments.
In Spain, Roche has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,000 people. The Spanish affiliate focuses on commercial operations, medical affairs, and field service roles, offering international professionals opportunities in medical engagement, clinical sales, and IT service positions. Roche's culture emphasizes innovation, scientific excellence, and professional development, making it an attractive employer for international talent seeking to work in Spain's growing life sciences sector.
- Industry
- Pharma
- Founded
- 1896
- Employees
- 100,000+
- Headquarters
- Basel, Switzerland
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
- Website
- roche.es
Good to know if you are moving
- Roche operates in over 100 countries, offering international mobility opportunities across its global network.
- The company's official language for internal communications is English, facilitating integration for international hires.
- Roche Spain offers competitive relocation packages and support for international professionals moving to Spain.
- The Spanish affiliate is involved in both commercial operations and clinical trials, providing diverse roles beyond sales.
- Roche is consistently ranked among the top employers in the biopharmaceutical industry for employee satisfaction and development.
In their own words
About the company & team
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let's build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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