Student Internship in Cancer Immunotherapy (from March/ April 2019, for 6 Months)

Switzerland, Zurich, Zurich

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• Job facts

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 decision and 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 rigour, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow.

You will be part of a multinational research team located in Zürich (Schlieren). Our team consists of postdocs, scientists and research associates of different levels. Our main focus is to identify and validate novel cancer immunotherapy targets which can influence immunological pathways and provide benefit to cancer patients.

Your main accountabilities will be:

• Setup in vitro cellular assays (human and mouse cells) to identify new potential drug targets


• Validate drug targets and investigate the mechanism of action of target inhibition on anti-tumor immunity


• Design, execute, analyze and present experiments under the supervision of senior scientists

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. You provide us with examples that prove your ability to cultivate collaborations with different partners. This also means that you continuously contrast your results with others and acknowledge the benefit of collaboration and communications.

Who you are

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You are looking for a company where you receive the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Working in a multi-cultural environment motivates you. As fast learner you actively drive the quality of the requirements.

What do you need in your toolbox?

• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Biology, Immunology, Immunotherapy, Genetics or related study area.


• A good understanding of immunology principles


• Some experience in the laboratory especially with in vitro cell culture (mouse and human cells) and with laboratory techniques such as flow cytometry


• A strong team player also able to work independently


• Good command of English

If you are proud of contributing and feel you have the dedication to teamwork and innovation that we are seeking, then Roche is the organization for you. Every role at Roche plays a part in making a difference to patients’ lives. If you want work in a passionate team, make your mark & improve lives, apply now.

The preferred start date of the internship is March/April 2019 or upon availability for 6 months. Please clearly indicate your preferred starting date and duration of the internship on your motivation letter. Applications need to include a CV and a motivation letter both merged in one document.

Roche embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

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.

Roche strives to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you still have questions then please check our FAQs and videos on careers.roche.ch/faq.

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• Who we areThe Roche Innovation Center Zurich (Roche Glycart AG) is active in the research and development of engineered therapeutic antibodies, with a focus on the fields of cancer immunotherapy. Part of the Roche Group since 2005, it currently employs about 140 people. Read more.
  
  Roche is an equal opportunity employer.


• Job facts
  
  
  
  • Location Switzerland, Zurich, Zurich
  
  
  • Function Vocational & Development Programs
  
  
  • Subfunction Internship
  
  
  • Schedule Full time
  
  
  • Job level Entry Level
  
  
  • Job type Temporary (Fixed Term)
  
  
  • Division Roche Pharmaceuticals
  
  
  • Posted since 2019/01/24
  
  
  • Job-ID 201901-101303
  
  


• Get in touchMelanie Lardelli


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