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The Position

Sustainability Change Maker - Student Internship in Device and Packaging Development

Roche is leading the industry with respect to the investment in R&D. We drive one of the largest and most promising pipelines. Pharma Technical Development (PTD) engages with all R&D engines within the Roche group and supports more than 100 development projects with CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls) activities.

Pharma Technical Development Europe Biologics (PTDE) brings game-changing therapies from clinical phase I into the market to serve every patient, every day. Our core business is to develop safe, innovative and effective drugs using cutting edge technologies for manufacturing processes (Drug Substance and Drug Product), clinical supply, formulation, device, packaging, and analytical development. Our daily work also includes compiling of regulatory documents and the transfer of development projects to commercial manufacturing.

We are striving for a caring and sensing network organization which lives a culture of trust and collaboration. Our smart people drive innovation through their expertise, passion and "getting it done" mentality. The benefit for the patient is in the center of our thoughts and efforts. To achieve this goal we have embraced new ways of working and thinking. In the Device and Packaging Development Department, we are responsible for the development of medical devices, combination products and packaging systems for R&D portfolio drug products. Our activities comprise a wide range of engineering disciplines ranging from the initial definition of product requirements to first commercialization and subsequent product care considering required regulatory, legislative, ecological, economical and technical aspects.

As a sustainability intern, you will support the Roche ambition to improve our environmental impact by 50% over the next ten years.

The internship will be focused on the following responsibilities:

• Evaluating, supporting and identifying the development of sustainable alternatives suitable for pharmaceutical and medical device applications.

• Performing detailed analysis of device and packaging configurations and materials using life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology.

• Development and implementation of measures for the device and packaging department derived from the Roche global Product Stewardship initiative.

• Innovation through the evaluation and screening of new device and packaging technologies that reduce environmental impact.

Who you are:

You are preparing for a master’s or bachelor’s degree in package engineering, materials science, mechanical, chemical, or similar. You have initial experience with and, above all, a strong desire to further develop your capabilities in:

• Innovative spirit and application of design thinking with focus on the end-user

• Packaging and/or medical device materials, processes and equipment

• First-hand experience applying the life cycle assessment methodology for product development

• Author technical documentation

• Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal communication skills

• English language proficiency required; knowledge of German an asset

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.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.