2027 Summer Intern - CSI-Assay Bioinformatics
Roche
Summary
The CSI-Assay Bioinformatics Department is committed to advancing healthcare and biotechnology through the development of innovative bioinformatics solutions. The department plays a pivotal role in clinical diagnostics and molecular assay development, with a focus on creating cutting-edge tools that make a global impact on patient care.
Job description
Department Summary
The CSI-Assay Bioinformatics Department is committed to advancing healthcare and biotechnology through the development of innovative bioinformatics solutions. The department plays a pivotal role in clinical diagnostics and molecular assay development, with a focus on creating cutting-edge tools that make a global impact on patient care.
The Opportunity
- Software Development and Optimization: Apply software engineering best practices, object-oriented programming, version control, and performance optimization to build scalable, maintainable, and efficient scientific data applications.
- Interactive Data Visualization: Develop dynamic scientific visualizations, including scatter plots, heatmaps, and comparative charts, to facilitate data exploration, comparative analysis, and interpretation of complex biological datasets.
- Advanced Data Analytics and Automation: Develop computational tools, statistical workflows, and automated data processing pipelines to analyze experimental datasets, identify trends, and generate actionable scientific insights.
- Machine Learning and Predictive Modeling: Explore, develop, and evaluate machine learning approaches for pattern recognition, predictive modeling, and data-driven scientific decision-making.
- AI-Powered Scientific Applications: Explore and integrate large language models (LLMs) and AI-driven tools to enable intelligent database querying, natural-language data exploration, automated analysis, and scientific reporting.
Program Highlights
- Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
- Program start dates are in May/June (Summer).
- A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
- Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
- Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student), have attained a Bachelor's Degree, be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student), or have attained a Master's Degree
- Required Majors: Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines
- Foundational proficiency in Python programming and software development best practices, including modular programming and version control using Git
- Understanding of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI concepts, including prompt engineering, agentic workflows, or retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
- Knowledge of relational database management systems (RDBMS), SQL, and database querying (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Experience or foundational knowledge in developing interactive web applications using frameworks such as Streamlit, Dash, React, or similar technologies
- Proficiency in frontend web development using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, or Next.js
Benefits
- Paid Holiday Time Off
- Stipend
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.