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Student Internship/Master Thesis in Process Analytical Technology in Pharma Technical Development of Small Molecules (from February 2019, 6 months) - RISM

Inseriert am: 28.06.2018

Student Internship/Master Thesis in Process Analytical Technology in Pharma Technical Development of Small Molecules (from February 2019, 6 months) - RISM


Schweiz, Basel-Stadt, Basel Headquarter


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  • Job facts


As part of the global technical development organization, we are responsible for the research and development of oral dosage forms, at the Roche Basel site. This includes the technical development and optimization of market formulations, the scale-up of the manufacturing processes including transfers to the production sites as well as the development and manufacturing of clinical batches under GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) status. Our responsibilities also include the evaluation and implementation of new manufacturing technologies and process analytical technologies.



Within Global Technical Development our Process Analytical Technology (PAT) section is responsible for the development of PAT tools to support the development, scale-up and supply of high quality small molecule drug substances and drug products. We develop (mainly spectroscopic) analytical methods which will provide insights and additional information during laboratory process development and manufacturing. We create value by enhancing process understanding, improving product quality and by supporting robust manufacturing processes and reliable scale-ups.


As intern you will support the development of a PAT application for monitoring the mixing process, such as:



  • Perform a literature review


  • Plan, organize and perform experiments independently as well as collaboratively


  • Evaluate NIR (Near-infrared spectroscopy)and Raman spectroscopy for content uniformity assessment of tablets


  • Complement spectroscopy data with physical tests, HPLC and chemical imaging in collaboration with other sections


  • Generate insight into the tablet press process by combining PAT and process data


  • Summarize the results and present them clearly and effectively in oral presentations and written reports



Further take away opportunities that we offer for our interns:



  • Many learning and training opportunities that will help improve your personal development and can significantly influence your own career


  • Learn to move in a global company, to network and to collaborate with partner groups


  • Be a member of our Interns Network and get to experience the culture of Basel in the heart of Europe



Your Profile


You are a student enrolled in the subject of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry or similar and have an interest in solid state analytical methods and manufacturing processes.


Your further profile for this position: ​



  • Strong analytical skills coupled with drive for results and problem-solving oriented personality


  • Aptitude for experimental work, reliable and accurate working style in a GMP-compliant environment


  • High level of motivation and ability to work both collaboratively as well as independently


  • Good knowledge of MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


  • Expertise in spectroscopy (NIR, Raman) constitutes a strong plus


  • Knowledge of multivariate data analysis constitutes a strong plus


  • Expertise in HPLC constitutes a plus


  • You are fluent in English verbally and in writing, German is a plus



This internship opportunity is one of around ten we offer in the department per semester. The interviews will take place in an interview day with all considered candidates and the whole department.


In order to ensure that your application will be considered, it has to include a current CV as well as a motivation letter both merged in one document. If you want to use this internship towards the practical part of a degree (i.e Master’s or Diploma thesis), please include this information in the application.


The internship position will start in February 2019. Please state your preferred starting date in your application.


Please note that the interviews will take place in the end of October 2018.


Application deadline is end of September 2018, we recommend to apply as soon as possible.


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



Get in touch with the Recruiting Team Switzerland +41 61 682 25 50



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  • Job facts

    • Location Schweiz, Basel-Stadt, Basel Headquarter

    • Function Berufsförderungs- & Entwicklungsprogramme

    • Subfunction Praktikum

    • Schedule Vollzeit

    • Job level

    • Job type Temporär (Befristet)

    • Division Roche Pharmaceuticals

    • Posted since 2018/07/18

    • Job-ID 201805-105005


  • Get in touchMr. Michel Frei

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