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The Position
Roche is seeking an intern who is pursuing an undergraduate degree with an interest in Clinical Pharmacology in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Our interns will join the Clinical Pharmacology department and work on innovative projects applying their own science and programming skills to contribute to the design and review of clinical protocols and analysis plans, analysis and interpretation of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) data to ensure that appropriate dosing decisions are made for the patients.
During the placement you will be based in the Roche UK offices at the Welwyn Garden City site. Therefore, candidates will be required to be based in the office.
We are looking for individuals who are
- Creative problem solvers, quick learners and comfortable experimenting with new approaches
- Willing to demonstrate communication skills to foster relationships with other team members across functions, as well as an enthusiasm for learning new skills.
- Possess entrepreneurship, passion and curiosity for understanding and interrogating complex data
Responsibilities
- Analysis and interpretation of PK/PD data
- Develop analytic tools to help shape the future of PK/PD analysis
- Collaborate with the team and other stakeholders to evaluate potential tools and applications
- Proactively share learnings and PK/PD knowledge with other team members
Competencies Preferred
- Currently undertaking a science based degree with emphasis on quantitative science
- Mathematics and/or Biology based courses to A level or equivalent
- Experience of programming (e.g. R)
- Excellent communication skills
Application Process
- Phase I:Purpose - our focus on this first stage is to understand why you have applied for this role and what you will bring to the role to ensure team and personal success
- CV & Cover Letter
- Video Interview
- You Should, Therefore, Provide Responses To The Following: As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand your motivation in applying for this position. Why Roche : What is your key motivation for applying for this placement? Why you: What personal qualities, skills and experience will you bring in relation to what the role will require? Your cover letter should not exceed one page.
- Phase II: Final Assessment Center - If successful at the Video, CV and Cover Letter screen, you will be invited to the final stage of the application process. This will include a face to face interview, and relevant activities critical for the role, giving you a taste of Roche and the placement opportunity.
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.
Our UK Pharmaceutical head office is situated in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, with beautiful countryside surrounding the area. Supported by major motorways & airports as well as being a 30 minute train ride to London, access is easy. Our award-winning office, known as Hexagon Place, was opened in 2005 and provides a modern, flexible working environment with facilities that are second-to-none. Around 2,000 people work at our Welwyn office in Global Early Development (pRED), Global Product Development (PD), Commercial (Rx) and our Corporate functions.
Roche offer a competitive salary plus the excellent benefits you would expect from a blue-chip organisation. There is a fully equipped gym on-site, a library and information centre, and an active sports and social club. We also have a subsidised staff restaurant providing foods to cater for every taste throughout the day. At the heart of the building is an informal meeting area known as The Street which features a coffee shop, snack machine and cashpoint. A second building on-site, called The Hub, contains modern meeting room and conference facilities. Roche promotes personal well-being and work-life balance. Therefore, flexible working options will be considered for all roles at Roche UK. Roche is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
