Roche Posted November 3, 2026

Pharma Services Research Associate

Tucson, Arizona, United States of America FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

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.

Plan and execute laboratory experiments following established procedures, project plans, and safety guidelines (SHE/OSHA).

Assume responsibility for the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results while maintaining accurate, up-to-date lab notebook documentation.

Summarize data into tables or figures, analyze results using standard tools, and draw conclusions following detailed instructions.

Assist with project coordination, study plan preparations, and basic troubleshooting of experimental procedures.

Prepare and present experimental findings and project updates during internal or external meetings.

Participate in routine laboratory maintenance and uphold quality and safety standards.

Who you are

Bachelor’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (or a Master's degree with no prior experience).

Minimum of 6 months of relevant laboratory experience.

Basic knowledge of tissue morphology and tissue-based diagnostic technologies.

Demonstrated ability to plan and execute laboratory experiments, recognize basic procedural problems, and perform entry-level data analysis.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize and present scientific data effectively.

High attention to detail, strong organizational ability, and the flexibility to multitask and adapt to changing schedules.

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

 

 

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.

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Job details

Seniority
Associate
Function
Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 157 comparable Associate Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research roles across 40 biopharma companies.

157Comparable roles tracked
142Currently active
40Companies hiring similar roles
15Countries represented

Salary context

46 of 157 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Lab Associate Flow Cytometry · IQVIA $34,700/yr – $72,300/yr
Peer group range $53,500 – $187,500 (median $90,200)

Where these roles are based

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United States104
France16
Germany12
United Kingdom6
China3
Canada3

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Seniority mix

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Intern/Fellow/Postdoc70
Associate60
Manager27

Therapeutic area mix

23 of 157 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Immunology10
Oncology9
Neuroscience3
Cardiovascular / CVRM1

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