The Position
Internship for students in life sciences
At Roche, we believe it's urgent to deliver medical solutions right now - even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients' lives, and we are fearless in both making decisions and taking action. And we believe that good business means a better world.
That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow.
In the BioX - BioAnalytics and BioMarkers Chapter, we are developing innovative assay strategies and assays for biomarker candidates to support translational safety and translational PK/PD and efficacy.
As a member of this Pharmaceutical Sciences chapter, you will be part of an international team that includes scientists and associates that are developing biomarker assays for the future.
We are seeking a highly motivated master student for a 9 months internship position in workflow automation development (Expected starting date: 01/04/2022).
In this position, you will
Learn and compare automation processes for proteomics workflows, establish quality controls and apply to complex samples
Under supervised training and mentoring, gradually assume responsibility for agreed tasks (which may include: sample processing, robotization, LC-MS, data processing and analysis)
Collaboratively design, execute and interpret experiments
Be part of a matrix research environment and embedded in a highly experienced researchers team with backgrounds ranging from biochemistry to mass spectrometry
Be exposed to state of the art laboratory and analytical equipment as well as technologies such as mass spectrometry and proteomics.
Who you are
You are an ambitious student who is currently enrolled in a Master program in life sciences (preferably in the area of technology, bioanalytics or systems biology).
Moreover, you are
A person who works systematically and precisely and brings a high level of initiative as well as a dedicated attitude
Knowledgeable of good protein biochemistry lab practice, quantitative proteomics approaches as well as LC-MS data processing and interpretation.
A proactive and transparent team worker
Supportive and inclusive of a collaborative working environment
Proficient in English with good communication skills both written and oral
Able to manage multiple requests and priorities and willingness to learn new techniques
Who we are
At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.
Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.
Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Level:
Entry Level
