Summer Intern - Research and Early Development

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Department Summary
You will be joining a team of the Research and Early Development chapter area in the broader Roche Diagnostic organization to drive the discovery and development of innovative solutions that have real impact on people's lives. Collaborating with the team members with diverse backgrounds, you will work hands-on in developing the novel molecular diagnostic applications at point-of-care.

This internship position is located in Pleasanton, California, On-site.

The Opportunity

• Analytical characterization of novel proteins.
• Investigation of enzymology mechanisms.
• Leads an independent research project as part of the research and early development of novel diagnostic devices.
• Data analysis, report generation, and verbal presentation of lab results to local and project teams.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-week, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
• Program start dates are in May/June (Summer)
• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
• Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are (Required)

• Required Education: Must be an enrolled student pursuing a Bachelor/Master/Ph.D.'s Degree
• Required majors: Biomedical, Biochemistry, or associated sub-disciplines

Required skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology
• Lab experience with proteomic or enzymatic reaction
• Experience with workplace software
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly, and appreciate the learning by doing philosophy.
• Ability to work independently in the lab and balance multiple tasks
• Good work ethics with a 'can-do' mentality and aptitude for approaching challenging questions with attention to details and independent, critical thinking.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR).
• Experience with nucleic acid chemistry
• Experience with structural biology and analysis tools.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $20-50 hourly. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job- related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

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