Internship in Formulation Research Basel pRED (12 months)

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The Position

In Roches Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED) we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the worlds toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines.

Together we create a culture defined by curiosity responsibility and humility where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed. This position is located in Preclinical Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (pCMC) a department within the small molecule research organization in pRED Therapeutic Modalities where we pave in a diverse ambitious and innovative environment the path to bring drug

candidates from early research into development.

The Opportunity

As an Intern in our team your main tasks will include:

• Execute and support the optimization of screening assays using liquid handling systems to accelerate the pre-formulation pipeline.

• Perform head-to-head manual assays at the bench to compare validate and troubleshoot results against automated processes ensuring consistency and accuracy.

• Interpret complex datasets to provide recommendations on process improvements and formulation viability.

Who You Are

• You are a meticulous and independent experimentalist who enjoys troubleshooting

• You hold a Masters degree in Chemistry Pharmaceutical Sciences Chemical Engineering or Automation with lab experience degree completed no more than 12 months prior to the internship start date

• You have proven experience operating liquid handlers (ideally Tecan/Fluent/Freedom EVO).

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Additional Information

• Desired Start Date: October 1 2026 (Negotiable)

• Workload: 100%

• Duration: 12 months

• Note: This internship is not suitable for a Masters or PhD thesis.

Application Process

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents:

• Current CV

• Cover Letter

• Copy of Diplomas

Requirements for Non-EU/EFTA Citizens: due to Swiss regulations the following documents are mandatory for your application:

• Proof of Enrollment: You must remain officially enrolled at your university for the entire duration of the internship.

• Mandatory Internship Letter: An official document from your university confirming that the internship is a required part of your curriculum.

Have we piqued your interest We look forward to receiving your complete application documents!

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together more than 100000 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.

Lets build a healthier future together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.