Bioinformatics/ Data Analyst – Product Development (Systems Analysis Group) Internship
by Illumina
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Bioinformatics/ Data Analyst – Product Development (Systems Analysis Group) Internship
Why Us
The Product Development Systems Analysis group is a group of bioinformatics and data scientists who frequently work in collaboration with other R&D teams in our organisation within diverse fields such as biochemistry, surface chemistry, optics, mechanics, computing and clinical genomics.
Our mission? To help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome
Why You
When you join the high-performing team at Illumina, your work takes on new meaning—to an exponential degree. Our growth, our positive culture, and the impact our products are having in the world will ignite the same passion in you that drives our people forward. And together, we accomplish beyond expectations.
Past projects worked on:
- Improving the quality of human sequencing
- Analysing sources of errors in sequencing
- Cloud Software
The role
This is an excellent opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment where science intersect with clinical applications and to contribute to transforming the way information from genome sequencing is harnessed for the benefit of patients.
Possible project opportunities include:
- Applying analytical skills to evaluate DNA sequencing quality by quantifying sources of noise and errors
- Using machine learning, signal processing or image processing skills to improve the quality of DNA sequencing
- Modelling aspects of biological or physical systems
- Developing and deploying methods and tools for use by wider teams
- Combining existing code and libraries with new code in Python, R or C++
- Delivering timely results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred Background, Qualifications and Requirements:
- Currently studying a bachelor’s or masters in bioinformatics, computer science, physics, statistics, or a scientific course which has included modules in some or all of the above disciplines.
- An interest in genomics and clinical applications of genome sequencing.
- Some experience in a programming language such as C++, Python or R, ideally gained during a project, employment or self-study.
- Experience in data analysis, machine learning, statistics or inference would be advantageous.
What can you expect
With Illumina you can expect to be paid for your time during your internship. You will develop a great foundation for the future of your career. You will have the opportunity of working for a company who is known in the industry but also known for its research. You will be part of the global leader in the Sequencing industry where you will find robust growth opportunities and career development within Illumina.
Our team members are bright, energetic and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognizes the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.
Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.
About Illumina
At Illumina, you get to push boundaries. You can think beyond the conventional. You can dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people around you, the opportunities are endless. We are growing quickly and looking for talented and passionate people to join us via our internship programme - iAspire. Whether you're interested in genomics and biotech jobs, finance or legal, sales or marketing, manufacturing or procurement—join us and you can make a difference.
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