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Pleasanton, CA
Internship
Onsite
$25/hr - $25/hr
Intern
Bio-Rad Laboratories has played a leading role in the advancement of scientific discovery for over 50 years. The Intern will support the Life Science Group by aiding in the development of Internal pipelines and software tools to enhance data management and analysis for the R&D team.
Apply NowResponsibilities
- Working under the supervision of experienced software and data science engineers design, implement, and validate custom code for core team needs.
- Document your work effectively and maintain high standards of data fidelity, security, and storage.
- Utilize best practices and data driven approaches to make effective decisions relating to code design and execution.
- Effectively communicate data, findings, and code to the internal team as well as appropriate general audiences.
Qualification
Required
- Currently enrolled as a sophomore/junior university student pursuing a degree related to Computer Science with a strong understanding of basic molecular biology.
- Must have a 3.0 cumulative overall GPA or better (4.0 scale).
- Demonstrated understanding of PCR.
- Ability to work for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks.
- Proficiency with Python, AWS, and GitHub.
- Strong ability to work in a fast paced team setting.
- Strong problem solving and statistical skillset (t-test, ANOVA, Pearson, Chi Squared tests) are required.
- Good organization and communication skills are required.
Preferred
- Experience with qPCR and/or ddPCR is preferred but not required.
- Experience working with laboratory automation is a plus – Hamilton Star instruments specifically.
Benefits
- Competitive medical plans for you and your family
- Free HSA funds
- A new fertility offering with stipend
- Group life and disability
- Paid parental leave
- 401k plus profit sharing
- An employee stock purchase program
- A new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Education benefits
- Student debt relief program
- Pet insurance
- Wellness challenges and support
- Paid time off
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s)