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The Position

2025 Summer Intern - Oncology Assay Development

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

Department Summary

Oncology Assay Development is composed of over 100 dedicated scientific team members with expertise  across multiple technologies including Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry, in situ Hybridization, Special Stains, Primary Stains, Analytical Method development, Assay Transfer into operations, Reagent and Raw Material Stability, Reagent Surveillance testing, and manufacturing Technical Support.  We provide product solutions for multiple Roche Lifecycle teams. 

This internship position is located in TUCSON, on-site 

The Opportunity

• Direct generation of development feasibility, verification and validation data.

• Gain experience with SAFe Agile team planning and execution.

• Exposure to cross functional customer areas and technologies.

• Visibility to scientific requirements within a regulated environment (FDA, EU notified bodies).

Program Highlights

• 12-weeks, 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. 

• Contributions to 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 pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).

Required Majors:

• Biological/life sciences based program i.e. Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Genetics.

Required Skills: 

• 2 years lab experience.

• Experience working within a team in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

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.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary for this position based on the primary location of Tucson, Arizona is $43.00 hour. 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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Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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Salary : $43