Industrial Placement Student - Data Expert, Compliance by Design, DataCapability, DDC, Computationa in Welwyn Garden City

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The Position

Location(s): Welwyn office based

Department Summary

Advances in AI, data, and computational sciences are transforming drug discovery and development. Roche’s Research and Early Development organisations at Genentech (gRED) and Pharma (pRED) have demonstrated how these technologies accelerate R&D, leveraging data and novel computational models to drive impact. Seamless data sharing and access to models across gRED and pRED are essential to maximising these opportunities. The new computational sciences Center of Excellence (CoE) is a strategic, unified group whose goal is to harness this transformative power of data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist our scientists in both pRED and gRED to deliver more innovative and transformative medicines for patients worldwide.

Within the CoE organisation, the Data and Digital Catalyst organisation drives the modernisation of our computational and data ecosystems and integration of digital technologies across Research and Early Development to enable our stakeholders, power data-driven science and accelerate decision-making.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Data Expert to work with a network of data policy experts, data managers, and scientific leaders to develop informational materials and interactive toolings (e.g., chatbots) for scientists within Roche regarding data usage policies and processes. They will communicate extensively with these groups to map existing resources, identify gaps, and create compelling, user-friendly solutions that make it easier for scientists to use data responsibly and effectively. This role will be instrumental in influencing how data is accessed and used, reducing friction for scientists in applying data policies in their day-to-day work, strengthening compliance whilst accelerating data-intensive workflows across R&D.

• Analyze data-policy questions from scientists and data managers to identify trends and determine where new guidance, tools, or explanations are needed.
• Develop clear informational materials and scientist-friendly resources that translate global data policies (e.g., data usage, data sharing requirements, AI/ML governance) into practical guidance.
• Communication with Roche global data policy experts (legal and compliance teams) to seek advice when advisory materials are unclear.
• Communication with team members to discuss proposals and review materials using different electronic communication methods (global team).
• Communication with data providers and scientists to discuss materials and understand and answer their queries.
• Design and refine informational materials and interactive toolings (e.g., chatbots) that will help scientists quickly find and understand data handling requirements, helping to streamline compliance and enabling faster research.

Program Highlights:

• 13 months at full time (37.5 hours per week) paid placement.
• Program start date is 1st July 2027.
• Ownership and contribution to 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: Currently enrolled a Bachelor’s degree and have completed 2 years of course at start of the placement. Degree courses of interest include: Biological Sciences, Data Sciences, Law, International Affairs, Public Health or similar courses.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent written communication skills, verbal communication/presentation skills, interpersonal skills and empathy for users.
• Previous experience analyzing and interpreting policy guidelines, and tailoring communications for different audiences.
• Previous coordination experience in a non-classroom setting (such as via extracurricular activities or a job).
• Previous experience with scientific data analysis or computational methods and good data literacy is beneficial.
• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

Application Process:

Submit your application including your Curriculum Vitae and a Cover letter, indicating which placement position you are applying for in CSCoE group, addressing the following questions below:

• What is your motivation to apply for this industrial placement position at Roche?
• Explain how you see this placement (Data expert in the Compliance by Design team) aligning with your personal, educational and career goals?

Your cover letter should not exceed one page. The application process follows as below. The first and second stage is to understand why you have applied for this role and what you will bring to the role to ensure team and personal success.

• Phase I: CV and Cover Letter review
• Phase II: Video interview
• If successful at the Video interview, you will be invited to the final stage of the application process.
• Phase III: Industrial Placement Assessment Centre at Roche UK head office (Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire) in December 2026. This final stage will include a face to face interview, and relevant activities critical for the role, giving you a taste of Roche and the opportunity.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must already hold valid authorisation to work in the UK.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

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 Products Ltd.

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