Diagnostic Excellence Specialist at Roche

Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalised healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible. Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system. Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management.

Founded in 1896, Roche continues to search for better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and make a sustainable contribution to society. The company also aims to improve patient access to medical innovations by working with all relevant stakeholders. Thirty medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization Model Lists of Essential Medicines, among them life-saving antibiotics, antimalarials and cancer medicines. Roche has been recognised as the Group Leader in sustainability within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry ten years in a row by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Diagnostic Excellence Specialist

Location: Lagos
Job Type: 2 year fixed term contract

The Position

• Roche Pharma in Lagos is seeking a Diagnostic Excellence Specialist on a 2 year fixed term contract to play a critical role in the healthcare system by coordinating the collection, analysis, and management of cancer testing data.
• This position combines the expertise of a laboratory scientist with a strong focus on evidence based decision-making and improving patient outcomes.

Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities include:
Strategy Planning & Data collection:

• Participate in a variety of cross-functional tactical planning meetings, reviews and discussions
• As assigned, support the laboratory in collating accurate testing data, analyses, research and reporting to support the treating physicians in management of their patients
• Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the quality system/control and achieving quality objectives through daily actions

Medical/Clinical Expertise:

• Delivers contemporary/continuing education workshops, seminars, and scientific information on Roche tests (Oncology) to clinical stakeholders
• Participate in tumor board meetings and multidisciplinary discussions
• As appropriate, support design and development of clinical trials, other studies and investigations
• Coordinates continuing education workshops, seminars, and programs for physicians, laboratory technologists, and scientists
• Stay updated on the latest developments in specified disease areas through continuing medical education and professional development

Communication:

• Acts as the single point of contact from Roche for IHC tests and laboratory quality controls
• Builds relationships and demonstrates the clinical outcome and clinical benefits of optimal diagnostic testing to Key Opinion Leaders

Collaboration:

• Actively collaborate with cross functional teams and align to achieve business goals
• Collaborate with oncology care stakeholders to facilitate the exchange of relevant information

Requirements
You, as an ideal candidate, will have the following skills, experience and education:

• Medical Degree, or Bachelor Degree in related discipline
• Minimum of 3 years working experience as or relevant experience in the pharma industry
• Strong knowledge of cancer pathology and diagnostics.

Competencies:

• Excellent skills in documenting and archiving
• Ability to plan, prioritize and execute deliverables
• Growth mindset, able to learn and unlearn quickly while experimenting and taking smart risks
• Ability to leverage internal and external networks to create and maximize value
• Can manage high complexity balancing people development, competency building and external leadership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate clear messages from complex data/ information
• Fluency in the English language, oral and written
• Ability to use MS office ( use of Gsuite, a plus).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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