Seeking an intern to contribute to innovative BGE Reagents Development at Roche. Support feasibility projects evaluating novel oxygen scavenging strategies for blood gas analyzers. Ideal for candidates with a Master’s in Chemistry or related field, strong organic chemistry knowledge, and a keen interest in laboratory research.
Tasks
- Drive an exploratory feasibility project to evaluate novel oxygen scavenging strategies for next-generation blood gas reagent formulations.
- Identify and evaluate small organic molecules (e.g., food additives, antioxidants) to determine oxygen depletion kinetics and analyze electrochemical behavior to minimize potential sensor interference.
- Assess and validate enzyme-based systems for their feasibility and performance as effective oxygen scavengers.
- Investigate active scavenging polymer laminates and pouch foils, conducting thorough leachables and extractables testing to safeguard sensor and reagent stability.
- Apply advanced electrochemical, spectroscopic, and chromatographic methods to measure oxygen consumption rates and characterize matrix interactions.
- Synthesize experimental results, assess formulation and material viability, and present clear technical summaries and recommendations to the cross-functional R&D team.
Requirements
- You are currently enrolled in, or have graduated from, a Master’s degree program (or equivalent advanced studies) in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field within the last 12 months prior to your start date.
- You are eager to gain practical industry experience in a dynamic laboratory setting.
- Strong theoretical and practical foundation in organic chemistry and wet-lab chemical formulation (Required).
- Sound knowledge of enzymes, enzyme kinetics, and biochemical reaction mechanisms (Required).
- High degree of self-organization, analytical problem-solving skills, and a structured approach to experimental design (Required).
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities in English (Required).
- Interest or experience in electrochemistry (e.g., oxidation potentials, electrode interactions) or analytical techniques (e.g., UV/Vis spectrophotometry, fluorescence assays) (Preferred).
- Basic understanding of or curiosity about packaging materials, active foils, and leachables/extractables testing (Preferred).
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At Sensor and Reagent Development BGE, a skilled and dedicated team of scientists and engineers designs and develops sensors and reagents for blood gas and electrolyte analyzers, essential for accurate and reliable patient diagnostics.