Pharm'Up 
Genentech, a pioneer in the biotechnology industry and a member of the Roche Group, is offering a prestigious 12-week summer internship within the de Sauvage Lab. This role is situated at the intersection of basic biological research and cutting-edge drug discovery, specifically focusing on colorectal cancer plasticity.
Located in South San Francisco, this onsite opportunity allows doctoral students to work alongside world-class scientists to identify the next generation of oncology targets.
The Internship Opportunity
As an intern in the Department of Research Oncology, you will:
- Study Tumor Plasticity: Investigate signaling cross-talk mechanisms that drive treatment-induced changes in cancer cell lines and 3D organoid models.
- Omics Analysis: Utilize computational tools to analyze large-scale biological datasets to uncover insights into tumor suppression.
- Professional Development: Present your findings to a diverse scientific community and document research in electronic lab notebooks.
- Collaborate: Work across departments in a highly innovative, industry-leading environment.
Program Details
- Duration: 12 weeks, Full-time (40 hours/week).
- Timeline: Starting May/June 2026.
- Compensation: Paid internship including a stipend to assist with location-based costs.
- Impact: Ownership of business-critical projects that challenge the boundaries of science.
Candidate Requirements
| Category | Requirement |
| Education | Must be currently enrolled in a PhD program. |
| Majors | Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, or related. |
| Technical Skills | Hands-on experience with CRISPR/Cas9 or PiggyBac transposon systems. |
| Preferred Skills | Proficiency in R or Python for bulk/single-nucleus RNA-seq and ATAC-seq analysis. |
How to Apply
- Job ID: 202601-101237
- Location: South San Francisco, CA (Onsite)
- Application focus: Highlight your independent research experience and expertise in advanced cell culture or bioinformatics.
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