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.The PositionWe are looking for you as a Scientist Peptide Synthesis (m/f/d) within Roche Diagnostic Solutions (RDS) R&D to strengthen our team in the "Peptide Chemistry" department. In this exciting position, you will be involved in optimizations related to the synthesis, modification, and ligation of peptides. In the Roche Diagnostic Solutions (RDS) R&D - Reagent Research & Design (RRD) - Chemistry Solutions department, we are setting new chemical standards. Based on modern synthetic and analytical methods, we design and develop a variety of chemical components for diagnostics and pharma. Our mission is to provide chemical solutions for diagnostic questions across the entire product portfolio.The opportunityYou will independently plan and carry out complex peptide syntheses in the laboratory, including the isolation, purification, and characterization of the molecules.You will confidently document, interpret, and present your results to the relevant committees and stakeholders.To develop new solutions beyond established approaches and actively support the development of new concepts and ideas will be your responsibility as wellYou will conscientiously adhere to internal and external guidelines on occupational safety, health protection, environmental protection, and quality assurance.Supporting your manager with project management tasks and the technical supervision of employees will be one of your additional responsibilities.Who You AreYou have successfully completed a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in the field of organic chemistry, preferably in peptide chemistry.You have at least three years of professional experience in peptide chemistry and ideally 1–3 years in an industrial environment.You have very good knowledge of modern peptide chemistry, especially in native chemical ligation.You have good knowledge in the development of substances for APIs, in enzyme kinetics, and in the Design of Experiments, as well as basic knowledge in biochemistry.Your working style is characterized by experience in project management, and you have business-fluent English communication skills.This position is limited to 2 years.Application documentsTo make the application process as convenient as possible for you please add only your updated CV. References and certificates are not required at this stage.We look forward to receiving your applicationYour contact to us With people. For people.Do you need further support?Please have a look at our FAQs, you will find them via Who we areA 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.