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2025 Summer Intern - Sequencing System, Biophysical Characterization

We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.

Roche Diagnostics Solutions (Santa Clara) is developing nanopore based sequencing dedicated to making clinical genetic testing easy and affordable. We are developing a revolutionary, low cost single-molecule DNA sequencer that can potentially improve the lives of people in a wide variety of ways including timely screening for diseases and diagnosis of various cancers. 

Our team’s goal is to build a deep understanding of processes that drive sequencer performance. Our work focuses on the interaction between the biochemical system, consumables, processes, and electrical/electrochemical system of the measurement circuit. The team is composed of experts in the Roche nanopore platform, electrochemistry, biophysics, and microscopy. 

This internship position is located in Santa Clara, California, on site.  

The Opportunity

Characterization of lipid membrane on surfaces using a quartz crystal microbalance.

Measurement of adhesion kinetics of various molecules to polymer and metallic substrates.

Aid in the development of QCM-D sensor surface coatings analogous to those used on the sequencer. 

Collect and analyze data on sequencer reagents/materials using a variety of analytical chemistry instruments.

Sequencing system testing of relevant materials and formulations. 

Program highlights

Intensive full-time (40 hours per week), 12-week paid internship.

Program start dates are in May or June 2025 (Summer).

A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.

Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are:

Required Education: You meet one of the following criteria:

Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).

Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).

Required Majors:

Chemistry, Bioengineering, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, or related fields including applied/engineering programs.

Required Skills:

Experience or coursework in a laboratory setting, with particular consideration given to QCM and/or supported lipid membranes.

Basic familiarity with computing tools such as Python, Matlab, JMP, R - able to understand/modify existing scripts, write custom scripts.

Knowledge of analytical instruments.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of  California is $25.00-$45.00 hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

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