Student Internship in Medical Writing for Regulatory Affairs (12 Months, Starting February 2020 or Upon Availability, 100%)

Job description

·  Job facts

At Roche, we believe in the urgency of delivering medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients' lives and we are fearless in both decision-making and taking action. And we believe that good business means a better world.

The Product Development Regulatory Documentation Group (PDRD) is responsible for preparing clinical and safety regulatory documents based on clinical trial data, to support drug development programs in accordance with Health Authority guidelines. We are a highly motivated global team of Regulatory Documentation Scientists (Medical Writers) located in Switzerland, UK, US and Canada. The team offers you an excellent opportunity to combine your scientific knowledge and writing skills to get hands-on work experience in clinical and safety regulatory documentation.

In this position you will

·  Support the planning and management of documents, e.g. Clinical Study Reports, Investigator Brochures
·  Actively assist in the preparation of a wide variety of scientific clinical and safety documents under the mentorship of a member of our staff
·  Interact with global clinical and regulatory project teams and gain a cross-functional insight into global research organization
·  Participate in team meetings to learn about the scientific and regulatory project strategy and the processes necessary to bring medicines to patients
·  Gain insight about the many aspects of clinical drug development such as clinical studies
·  Learn about Regulatory Health Authorities worldwide and how Roche interacts with them

Who we are

At Roche, 94,000 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.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer.

Desired profile

Who you are

You are someone who wants to influence your own development. You are looking for a company where you receive the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Working in a multi-cultural environment motivates you. As a fast learner you actively drive the quality of the requirements.

Moreover you are

·  A hardworking and dedicated Master or PhD/MD student who is currently enrolled (preferably in the field of Life Science / Pharmaceutical Science or related) or in a gap year in between degrees
·  Passionate about data analysis and scientific writing
·  Able to independently perform tasks assigned and research unfamiliar topics.
·  Bringing excellent written and verbal communication skills
·  Ideally experienced in scientific writing/publication
·  Proficient in oral and written English

To be considered, please send us your complete application including

·  CV
·  Motivation Letter (including desired start date)
·  For non-EU/EFTA citizens : Certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory (required due to regulations)

Please provide details on how your experience and personal attributes make you suitable for this role. Applications lacking a motivation letter will not be considered.

We are looking for someone who thinks beyond the job offered - someone who knows that this position can be a rare springboard to many other opportunities at Roche. When applying for this position, already project yourself in the future. Think about what could come next and how you would like to build your future.

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

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Roche is an equal opportunity employer.

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