Intern - Organoid Phenotyping, Institute of Human Biology
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In Roche Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development Organization (pRED) we believe the rapid advances in science, technology, digital and big data are our greatest opportunity to rethink how we tackle some of the world’s toughest unmet health care needs and to have an even more profound impact on patients and society.
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 amazing people are empowered and inspired to bring forward amazing innovation at speed. Within pRED, the goal of the Institute of Human Biology (IHB) is to disrupt the traditional drug discovery process through innovative, big and bold ideas focused on advancing our ability to use more predictive human model systems.
You will work on a collaborative project between Institute of Human Biology at pRED and Genentech, exploring how human diversity is reflected in drug response. In your role, you will support establishment of epithelial cultures from patient-derived organoids for drug screening and use cutting edge methods, such as high content imaging to characterize patient diversity at various biological scales. For this project, you will join the Organoid Phenotyping platform of the IHB, giving you a unique opportunity to apply various automation techniques to complex human model systems. Throughout the project you will be mentored by experts in the field of organoid biology, allowing you to expand your skills and knowledge. You will plan, execute, and document experiments, analyse data, and present results in a team spanning Europe and the US.
Cell culture of organoids, assume responsibility for the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of organoid culture activities.
Develop and implement SOPs for automated culture of many intestinal organoid lines in collaboration with scientists at IHB
Develop and implement SOPs for toxicity assays in adult intestinal stem cells either in transwell format or in matrigel embedded organoids in collaboration with scientists at IHB
Operate a robotic liquid handling platform for cell culture and assay execution.
Communicate with relevant stakeholders and supervisors about the status of the projects and of critical problem areas.
Present your results to scientists at IHB and Genentech.
Document and report all relevant laboratory processes.
You are currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program or a pursued your Master’s degree not longer than 12 months prior to the start date in life sciences or a related field
Strong laboratory skills, cell culture experience is essential
Experience in BSL2 cell culture of advantage
Experience with epithelial organoid culture (colon, small intestine) of advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Affinity for data analytics
Experience with microscopy of strong advantage
Experience with image analysis of advantage
Basic knowledge of Python of advantage
The preferred start date of the internship is as soon as possible, for 6 months.
Applications need to include a CV and a motivation letter, both merged in one document. If you are currently studying, please include a valid certificate of enrollment as well.
Due to regulations, non-EU/non-EFTA citizens without either a B permit with work permit or a C permit need to provide a certificate of enrollment, as well as a certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory and stating the length.
We are excited to see your application!
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