
Pharma Services Research Associate
Tucson, AZResearch$51–80K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
The Pharma Services Research Associate supports Roche’s Pharma Services Research & Development team by conducting entry-level laboratory experiments and routine scientific research under guided supervision. The role generates and analyzes research data, maintains scientific documentation, and contributes to project coordination, troubleshooting, and presentations of findings. It is an on-site position in Tucson, Arizona, and requires at least six months of relevant laboratory experience.
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Full job 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.
The Position
This role is a key entry-level position within our Pharma Services Research & Development team, dedicated to supporting innovative diagnostic solutions and molecular therapies. As a member of this team, you will conduct vital laboratory experiments and engage in routine scientific research activities under guided supervision. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional team members to present research findings, troubleshoot experimental procedures, and support overall laboratory operations.
The Opportunity
The Pharma Services Research Associate is primarily responsible for executing entry-level laboratory experiments and project activities to generate accurate research data. In this role, you will analyze experimental results and maintain high-quality scientific documentation under guided supervision.
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Plan and execute laboratory experiments following established procedures, project plans, and safety guidelines (SHE/OSHA).
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Assume responsibility for the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results while maintaining accurate, up-to-date lab notebook documentation.
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Summarize data into tables or figures, analyze results using standard tools, and draw conclusions following detailed instructions.
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Assist with project coordination, study plan preparations, and basic troubleshooting of experimental procedures.
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Prepare and present experimental findings and project updates during internal or external meetings.
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Participate in routine laboratory maintenance and uphold quality and safety standards.
Who you are
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Bachelor’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (or a Master's degree with no prior experience).
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Minimum of 6 months of relevant laboratory experience.
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Basic knowledge of tissue morphology and tissue-based diagnostic technologies.
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Demonstrated ability to plan and execute laboratory experiments, recognize basic procedural problems, and perform entry-level data analysis.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize and present scientific data effectively.
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High attention to detail, strong organizational ability, and the flexibility to multitask and adapt to changing schedules.
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Proficiency in basic computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
This is an on-site position. Relocation benefits are not approved for this posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Arizona is $51,000 -$80,080. 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 in this link.
Benefits (https://roche.ehr.com/default.ashx?CLASSNAME=splash)
Who we are
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. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZWlsbfQOvFVIQgHE\_iDzWUTlhZvj6FytIzjS7xq6IGh1H5g/viewform) .
How this job compares
Set against the 1,101 open Research Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$51–80K/yr
- US median$69–90K/yr326 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $66K, is 20% below the US median midpoint ($82K) — in the lowest quarter of Research Associate salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 10 open Research Associate jobs in Arizona and 1,101 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Retail Data, LLC124 open
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- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN104 open
- Experience
- Research Associate postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (278 postings).
- Education
- 618 of the 1,101 open Research Associate jobs (56%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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