2027 Accelerated Development Program Associate

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401K with company match

Job summary

Roche invites high-potential graduates to join the Accelerated Development Program (ADP) in Indianapolis, a premier two-year commercial rotational experience. Participants complete three defined rotations, with onboarding, mentorship, and a structured development curriculum to fast-track leadership readiness.

Education should be a Bachelor’s in Business, Finance, Communications, or STEM, graduating between Dec 2026 and May/June 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Communications, or STEM-related disciplines with a graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Desirable 3.0 GPA or higher with relevant internships, co-ops, or part-time experience.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without Roche visa sponsorship and willingness to relocate nationwide after program completion.

Responsibilities

• Three 8-month rotations over two years, with onboarding and mentorship.
• Engage in a structured commercial curriculum to build leadership and business skills.
• Exposure to Sales, Marketing, Pricing, Contracts, and Commercial Operations.
• Opportunity to apply for open Roche positions at the end of the program.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Communications/STEM

Job description

At Roche

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

2027 Accelerated Development Program Associate Roche is a global leader in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people's lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalized healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible. Roche is the world's largest biotech company that focuses on diseases with high medical needs, such as cardiometabolic, sexual health, respiratory, infectious diseases, oncology and Alzheimer's disease. Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. At Roche, we believe the best solutions come by gaining different perspectives, asking and answering hard questions and challenging the status quo to develop small ideas and achieve big wins in innovation. Our success in creating a truly diverse and inclusive workplace will directly impact our ability to deliver on our purpose of “Doing Now What Patients Need Next.”

The Opportunity

The Accelerated Development Program (ADP) is a premier two-year commercial rotational experience that transforms high-potential associates into seasoned business professionals. Following an in-depth onboarding phase, participants move through three defined, eight-month rotations. Our structured, commercially-focused career tracks prioritize rapid learning and speed to competency. Associates follow defined paths to tackle real-world challenges and core business projects under the direct supervision of department experts, ensuring every experience delivers both critical business value and targeted professional growth. Supported by a robust network of mentors and leaders, ADP Associates gain unparalleled organizational exposure and a comprehensive understanding of our commercial operations.

Program Highlights

• Structured Rotations: Intensive 2-year program featuring three 8-month rotations strategically selected based on critical business needs.
• Accelerated Readiness: Fast-tracked development engineered for future leadership roles within the Roche Diagnostics commercial division.
• Immersive Onboarding: “Welcome to Diagnostics”—an extensive onboarding process designed to develop meaningful cohort relationships and lay the foundation for success.
• Professional Development: A comprehensive, shared business and personal development curriculum throughout the program.
• Network: Consistent 1:1 mentorship, executive sponsorship and substantive opportunities to interact with senior leaders and real-life business scenarios.
• Future Placement: During their final rotation, ADP Professionals may apply for any open positions at Roche for which they are qualified to seek full-time employment with Roche at the conclusion of the program.

Full-Time Benefits

ADP Associates are full-time, at-will Roche employees with complete benefit packages, including comprehensive healthcare, 401K with company match, etc.

Timeline

Program start date in July 2027.

Who You Are

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Communications, or STEM-related disciplines, with a required graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027.

Academic & Professional Experience: Desired 3.0 GPA or higher, paired with relevant work experience (such as internships, co-ops, or part-time employment).

Mobility & Eligibility

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Roche visa sponsorship, and must be fully geographically mobile (willing to travel and relocate nationwide upon program completion).

Core Competencies

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; strong organizational and analytical capabilities with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.

Leadership Capabilities

Ability to exercise independent judgment and demonstrate strong leadership potential. Leadership roles within student organizations or athletic teams are a strong plus.

Cultural Alignment

Compliments and enhances our culture, embodying the core standards that guide our daily behavior and decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

Commercial Focus

Designed exclusively as a pipeline for commercial leadership and business strategy. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in direct customer-facing roles like Sales and Marketing, as well as commercial-adjacent support functions such as Pricing, Contracts, and Commercial Operations.

Salary

The expected salary for this position based on the primary location for this position in Indianapolis is $65,000 since the salary is fixed and not negotiable. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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We believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world. That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow. We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world. We are Roche.