Biostatistics PhD Summer Internship

Key Skills

Biostatistics, Data science techniques, Leadership Skill, Presentation skills, Statistics, US Healthcare Recruitment

Job Description

There will be opportunities to interact with Roche’s global network of over 600 statisticians/data scientists. As well as engaging in an exciting research topic, interns will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the work of statisticians/data scientists within the pharmaceutical industry, and how they add value to clinical development plans. Interns will learn both new technical and non-technical skills highly relevant for their future careers. At the end of the internship, students will give a department-wide presentation on their research topic.

Testimonials:

Hannah, University of Liverpool: I was very lucky to be able to spend a summer working at Roche. I worked on a project which I felt was of real interest and importance to my supervisors, and was provided the support and time to learn about neuroimmunology, an area that is new to me. Along the way I learned valuable statistical principles from experts that will influence my approach in future PhD research and beyond. Data scientists at Roche were open and welcoming, and I was very grateful to gain genuine insights into their essential role.

Maite, King’s College University: My internship in Data Sciences at Roche was a very meaningful experience. Not only did I acquire new statistical techniques, but, more importantly, I gained an understanding of the drug development lifecycle and the overall process of R&D in the pharmaceutical industry. The working culture at Roche was incredibly nurturing and supportive, and I had the pleasure of building connections with a diverse group of data scientists.

Requirements:

Applicants must currently be on a PhD program within the UK in the areas of Statistics/Mathematics/Epidemiology and should be available for a face to face interview on the 2nd February 2024. They should also have a valid visa that allows them to work in the UK. Applicants may undertake the internship part time while carrying out their PhD. Authorization of the university is essential for a part time internship.

Application process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity please submit your CV with a covering letter outlining what PhD course you are currently taking and why you are interested in this program. Experience within the fields of medical statistics or health data is highly valued. Please also describe any skills or experience you have to the role, and if you are eligible for working in the UK. 

Closing date: 31 December 2023

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.