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We are looking for talented post-graduates with a strong interest in Operations for our rotational development program within Pharma Technical Operations (PT) at Roche in Basel and Kaiseraugst, Switzerland.
Over the course of 24 months, you will work in a cross-functional setup, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to different key PT projects at Roche. The development rotations are designed to provide challenging and meaningful business related assignments, training in technical and leadership skills, and coaching under business managers and mentors. You will gain on-the-job experience and a broad perspective on the core PT functions that are critical to the manufacturing of Roche/Genentech products. ORDP offers you the opportunity to rotate in any of the functional business areas of PT including: Internal Manufacturing Network, Quality and Compliance, Cell & Gene Therapy, Technical Development, Operational Excellence & Digital,Technical Regulatory, Product and Supply Chain Management, MSAT & Engineering, Strategy, as well as functions supporting PT, e.g. Global Pharma Procurement.
Four six-month rotations within Pharma Technical Operations
The program starts on 1st September 2026
Formal targeted internal and external trainings, meetings and offsite events
Presentation opportunities and exposure, conference visits and participation, mentoring program and reverse mentoring to the Pharma Technical Leadership Team
Your key responsibilities and tasks:
Accountable for the end to end project deliverables associated with the rotation assignment under the supervision of the rotation manager
Regular reviews with the rotation manager and the program manager on the project/assignment status
Regular feedback and career/development updates with the program manager to ensure growth and development
Attend functions/meetings/offsite (both global and local) for rotation as agreed to by the rotation manager
End of project/assignment presentation to business leaders of work completed in rotations
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You are someone who likes to move around in a network and provide it with new impulses. Furthermore, you’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.
You are a student or recently graduated (less than two years ago) from a Master’s program in one of the following disciplines: Biochemical, Biomedical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Operations or related disciplines.
You bring Operations-related internships or maximum 2 years of work experience.
In addition you bring the following skills and competencies:
You are a strong team player with a solid understanding of the importance of delivery
You are task oriented and you bring first project experience
You have excellent communication skills with a multicultural mindset
You have strong technical, quantitative and analytical skills
You are a quick learner and passionate about continually adapting your skills and knowledge
You have a strong passion and motivation to contribute to Roche’s Operations organization
You are fluent in English and you speak German at least on a B1 level
Please apply until: 15. March 2026
If you are interested in learning more about our analysts’ career development during ORDP, please find their stories here.
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