Student intern: Structural Biology

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Internship (by 1st March, 9 months) Structural Biology, Lead Discovery

We are offering a unique opportunity to join our team in the Roche Innovation Center Basel.

The Lead Discovery (LD) department in Pharma Research and Early Development initiates and supports Small Molecule research projects by identifying screening hits and by providing key data and insights for their optimization in Medicinal Chemistry. Our department also contributes to the discovery of therapeutic proteins and supports emerging therapeutic modalities. We are a tightly knit community of many and diverse talents, closely collaborating with our therapeutic areas and other functions.

We are seeking a talented student who contributes to the research of the structure biology team in LD. This group is dedicated to the determination of high-resolution structures using X-ray crystallography and cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM). The intern will explore innovative strategies to represent proteins for structure determination with cryo-EM: preparative cryogenic laboratory work and cryogenic electron microscopy at low and medium resolution.

As intern in the Protein Science / Structural Biology group:

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You are part of the EM-team of LD

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You like vitrifying samples and exploring ways to modulate their properties

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You enjoy recording micrographs at low- and at medium resolution

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You are able to analyze micrographs

Who are we looking for:

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A dedicated individual with a talent and interest in applying biophysical measurement and structure biology

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Someone with the confidence and interest to establish new ideas

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A master or bachelor in nanoscience, chemistry, biophysics or a related life sciences field with background or interest in Transmission Electron Microscopy

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Someone who has knowledge in surface science and nanosciences

What your application should include:

Please clearly indicate your preferred starting date and duration of the internship on your motivation letter. Applications need to include a CV and a motivation letter both merged in one document.

Due to regulations non-EU/EFTA citizens must provide a certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory as part of the application documents.

Are you ready to kickstart your career? Every role at Roche plays a part in making a difference to patients' lives. If you want work in a passionate team, make your mark & improve lives, apply now. We look forward to receiving your application!

Roche embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Roche strives to be an equal opportunity employer!

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