Student Internship in Molecular Biology (Next Generation Sequencing) in Basel

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. We are brave in both decision and action, we believe that good business means a better world.

The Process Research & Supply unit of the pCMC department is responsible for supporting projects from lead optimization up to Phase I enabling toxicological studies. Our tasks include the preparation of drug candidates (oligonucleotides, small molecules and peptides) for formulation, DMPK and toxicological studies. To do so, we develop new methodologies and implement new technologies that allow a fast, reliable, safe, and robust supply of the desired drug candidates.

• Develop a new methodology for the analysis of chemically modified oligonucleotides
• Learn how to functionalize and analyze oligonucleotides
• Be a part of a state of the art multidisciplinary laboratory working at the intersection of oligonucleotide chemistry and molecular biology. You will get further knowledge in different techniques such as bioconjugation, gel electrophoresis, PCR and other enzymatic manipulation of oligonucleotides.
• Be part of a small team under the direct supervision of a laboratory head and the guidance of the team members
• have the chance to support this project in Basel (main station) and Roche Denmark Affiliate

Depending on your motivation and engagement we will provide you with an excellent learning experience in a dynamic global organization:

• You will gain meaningful professional experience and learn the fundamentals in Next Generation Sequencing.
• You gain a cross-functional insight into global research organization.
• You will have the opportunity to develop considerably on a personal level, to start building your network and to leave a mark for potential future ventures.

We are keen to discover talents who are passionate about learning and show great curiosity in discovering new things. At the Roche Headquarter site in Basel/Kaiseraugst, employees from over 90 countries are doing now what our patients need next. We contribute our share towards achieving our mission and to make our vision of personalized healthcare happen. We offer you a multicultural workplace in a modern environment, which at the same time requires you to be open-minded and adaptable. This also means that you continuously contrast your results with others and acknowledge the benefit of teamwork and communications. You will be a member of our Interns Network that offers you chances to connect, have fun and get to know Basel, in the heart of Europe.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated master student in the area of Biotechnology, Chemical Biology, Pharmacy and in the penultimate or last year of studies or you just graduated and would like to carry out an internship before starting your PhD. You are highly motivated, interested in a purpose- and people-driven and multinational environment and you have already gained some laboratory experience.

• First experience in enzymatic manipulation of oligonucleotides.
• Expertise in gel electrophoresis and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays is an advantage
• Illumina sequencing is something you have heard of and you are passionate to learn or increase your skills.
• A dedicated knowledge sharer with excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, focused, multi-tasking and meeting timelines efficiently and productively
• Feel comfortable while an independent working style
• Proficient in English

Applications need to include a CV and a letter of motivation.

The starting date of this internship is upon availability. However, ideally you would be able to start in September/October 2018. Please clearly indicate your preferred starting date and duration of internship in your cover letter. Applicant might be required to spend a relevant amount of their time (up to 4 months) working at our Roche site in Denmark.

Please also specify whether a report or thesis should be written during this internship.

Due to regulations non-EU/EFTA citizens have to provide a certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory as part of the application documents.

For questions please call the Recruiting Team Switzerland: +41616822550