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The Position

The Opportunity

Core Lab Development (CLD), a part of Roche Diagnostics Solutions (RDS), is the global organization responsible for the development of tests in the area of clinical and immunochemistry, coagulation and mass spec and the related analytic systems. In addition, core lab also focuses on the development of lab automation comprising transport systems as well as pre- and post-analytical systems and the integration of the various systems to a comprehensive solution.

As an important component of this mission, the Solution Automation Integration & Test (SAIT) Subchapter is tasked with providing essential services and capabilities to ensure the seamless integration, testing, and simulation of our Automation Systems and End-to-End Solutions. Within the SAIT Subchapter, we are seeking a Solution Workflow Simulation Team Lead. 

As the SWS Team Lead, you will be an integral member of the SAIT subchapter, responsible for guiding a team of Simulation and Modeling Engineers spread between 3 sites. This team's core accountability lies in modeling complex laboratory workflows, optimizing system throughput, developing digital twins, and delivering virtual testing and emulation tools to support automation systems integration and operational decision-making.

You will provide decisive leadership to your team, offering expert guidance, comprehensive coaching, and steadfast support throughout all phases of project execution. A key aspect of your role will be fostering a culture defined by high performance, continuous improvement, and clear accountability. We seek candidates who are deeply committed to Roche's Vision, Architect, Coach, Catalyst (VACC) leadership model, adeptly combining these fundamental roles and behaviors with a collaborative approach.

Your main tasks and responsabilities

People Leadership: As a Team Lead, you will be instrumental in cultivating an innovative and positive team culture while driving performance through effective goal-setting, continuous feedback, and tailored professional development plans. You will expertly navigate organizational change, manage a mix of internal FTEs, contractors, managed services, and apprentices, resolve conflicts to maintain a harmonious environment, and ensure full compliance with all training, quality, and employment regulations.

Resource Management: You plan, direct, and monitor team resources and costs, focusing on short-term subchapter goals and tool planning. This includes resolving problems, making decisions, balancing resources between core R&D tool development and incoming simulation service requests, and ensuring adherence to budget and headcount targets through effective workforce and vendor management.

Execution of strategic priorities: In this role, you translate high-level unit goals into actionable team priorities, ensuring their achievement through optimal resource and work allocation. You will drive the continuous evolution and modernization of our simulation software platforms, common model library  and oversee the different emulator roadmap. Collaborating closely with the Sub-Chapter Lead and other Team Leads, you will identify and address strategic capability needs, support operational activities, and contribute to defining the simulation/emulation  strategy to ensure short-term and long-term virtual testing infrastructure needs are met. 

Vision and impact: You will formulate the departmental vision, contributing to the development of team strategies and corporate processes. You will drive digital simulation as a key enabler for architecture, R&D, and commercial site planning, fostering efficiency across Core Lab Development and R&D for a continuously improving, modern, and state-of-the-art organization, including optimization of shared lab resources and simulation/emulation infrastructure.

Who You Are

• Education: University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Physics, Mathematics, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.

• Professional Experience: 7+ years of experience in technical engineering roles, ideally within In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD), medical devices, or complex mechatronic/automation systems.

• Simulation Expertise: Strong hands-on background and conceptual understanding of Discrete Event Simulation (DES), System Dynamics, Agent-Based Modeling, or custom digital twin/emulation software development. Advanced knowledge in mathematical modeling and mathematical optimization techniques.

• Leadership Track Record: 5+ years of leadership experience (direct people management or matrix leadership), with proven success in building, coaching, and empowering high-performing technical teams.

• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional interfaces, balance service delivery with core platform development, and work effectively with external development partners or contractors.

• Languages: Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required. Fluency in Spanish or German is a strong advantage.

If you are an engineer experienced in modeling & simulation with automation knowledge and have a passion for people leadership, we would love to hear from you. 

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.

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