Industrial Placement Student - Data Expert, Compliance by Design, Data Capability, DDC, Computational Sciences Center of Excellence

Location: Welwyn, United Kingdom

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The Position

Job title: Data Expert - Compliance by Design team, Data Capability, DDC,

Computational Sciences Center of Excellence

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 Compilance by Design team) aligning with your personal, educational and career goals?

Your cover letter should not exceed one page.

Application submission by candidates: deadline Sunday 8th November 2026

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.

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