Pleasanton, California, United States of America
20 hours ago
2025 Summer Intern - Molecular Labs Research and Early Development (RED)

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

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

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 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 DegreeRequired majors: Biomedical, Biochemistry, or associated sub-disciplines

Required skills

Good knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology

Lab experience with proteomics 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 $20-55 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

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 is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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