Intern - Research and early development - Mass Spectrometry (m/f/d)

What’s the job about?

At Roche Pharma Research and Early Development (pRED) – Large Molecule Research (LMR), our vision is to create novel and highly differentiated medicines. To this end, we discover and develop novel therapeutic antibodies and next generation biologics, such as bispecific antibodies or fusion proteins. Our ambition is to deliver such novel molecules to patients with game changing clinical benefit.

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We believe that by championing diversity of background, thought and experience, we can foster a sense of belonging and provide an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and able to contribute their best for the patients we serve. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing and advancing our people to their full potential by rewarding bold ways of thinking and integrating inclusive behaviors into every aspect of our work.

We are looking for a 6 months intern in the Mass Spectrometry Department at Roche pRED LMR in Penzberg. You will work at the interface between biochemical analytics and mass spectrometry. The focus of your work is the development and implementation of innovative analytical methods via HPLC and mass spectrometry for physicochemical characterization of complex therapeutic proteins.

Your work will focus on the in-depth characterization of complex biologics by the combination of physicochemical methods that span over two Departments (Biochemistry and Mass Spectrometry). You will be the bridge that fosters collaboration and innovation in the discovery of next generation biologics. This position therefore offers the opportunity to interact with numerous functions within Roche to deliver novel medicines to patients.

What exciting tasks will be part of your daily work?

• Development and coupling of biochemical methods such as chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to mass spectrometry

• Support of interdisciplinary teams within the unit of Molecule Characterization.

• You will be closely interacting and collaborating with scientists from protein analytics, bio processing and data science in a cross-functional matrix.

• Presentation of data internally and externally, as well as literature research, will be part of your tasks.

Do you have what it takes for this position?

• You are in your BSc/MSc degree (or equivalent) in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular (cell) biology, biotechnology or a related field.

• Prior experience in protein biochemistry (LC) and/or mass spectrometry (LC-MS) is a plus.

• Excellent English skills (written and spoken) complete your profile.

• You are goal oriented, have a strong drive, analytical mindset and motivation to achieve excellence; you are willing to perform wet lab experiments and eager to establish new techniques.

• You are a strong team player, but capable of working independently where necessary. Ideally, you have experience in working in interdisciplinary and international teams.

• You are a good communicator, making sure your ideas and results are put on the table, and are happy to receive constructive feedback and learn from it.

Your benefits

• Flexible scheduling, home office is possible

• €1,958 salary per month for a full-time internship

• Networking with other students (online/offline)

• Reduced prices (-50%) in our canteen

• Gym on the Roche campus

• Further training opportunities and exciting guest lectures

• Possibility of accommodation in the Roche boarding house

• Well-organized transport connections to Munich with our Roche shuttle

Your application

Simply upload your resume.

Please remember, that this internship is aimed at students (m/f/d), who are currently enrolled or alternatively at people in their Gap-Year.

Please note, that you will not have the opportunity to write a thesis after the internship.

Period: from March 2024 for 6 months or by agreement for a period of 6 months.

We are looking forward to your application!

Do you need more support?

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions. Please send an email to

germany.talent_acquisition@roche.com

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche at Penzberg, near Munich, employs more than 7,000 people. The site is one of the largest biotechnology centers in Europe and the only Roche site with research, development and production for both Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics under one roof. From your beginning with Roche, our motivated team will welcome and support you. Numerous opportunities for personal development, flexible work hours, attractive compensation packages and special family assistance programs are available.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.