Internship in Neural Organoid Models (Starting August 2025, Duration: 12 Months)

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The Position

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 making decisions and taking 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 rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow.

The Opportunity

Joining Roche’s Institute of Human Biology (IHB), part of Roche Pharma R&D (pRED), focused on human model systems for drug discovery and personalized medicine.

In this position, you will

• Contribute to the derivation of new methodologies for induced pluripotent stem cell-based neural organoid models and implementation in screening assays and disease modeling

• Support the characterization of newly derived organoid models with immunofluorescence, molecular and biochemical analyses

• Work closely with colleagues in the areas of bioengineering   

• Design and execute experimental work and perform data analysis

• Actively participate in scientific discussions and present your work 

Who you are

You are an ambitious student currently enrolled in your M.Sc. degree program or have recently completed (within 12 months prior to the start date) your M.Sc. degree in life sciences (biology, neurobiology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or a related scientific field).

You have a strong interest in scientific problem-solving and learning new techniques. You thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment that gives you full accountability for your own contributions and development. 

Desired skills

• Prior experience in mammalian cell culture

• Experience in basic molecular and cell biology techniques, including immunostaining, histology, and confocal imaging

• Motivation to learn and apply innovative research tools and new techniques 

• Clear communicator and fluent in English

Additional skills

• Experience in human embryonic/induced pluripotent stem cell culture and differentiation

• Experience working with 3D or organoid models

To be considered, please send us your complete application merged including

• CV

• Motivation Letter

• A certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying)

In accordance with Swiss regulations, non-EU/EFTA citizens must provide a certificate from their university confirming that the internship is a mandatory part of their degree program, including the required length of the internship. Additionally, they must remain enrolled for the entire duration of the internship. Please ensure that these documents are uploaded along with your application.

Planned Start Date: August or September 2025

Workload: 100%

Duration: 12 months

We are looking forward to your application!

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.