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Internship in Computational Biology: CVRM Genetics(m/w/x)

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Full-timeInternshipOn-site
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Analyzing large-scale genomic data for chronic kidney disease and metabolic dysfunction. Proficiency in R, Python, and genetic analysis tools required. University confirmation for mandatory internship.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Systems Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioengineering or related discipline
  • Strong coding experience in R and proficiency in git/version control
  • Proficiency in Python or experience developing R packages
  • Hands-on experience with genetic data analysis tools (Plink, BCFtools, REGENIE)
  • Foundational understanding of GWAS or Polygenic Risk Scores (PGS)
  • Expertise in quantitative statistics and data modeling
  • Expertise in regression, linear models, and hypothesis testing
  • Familiarity with large biobanks (UK Biobank)
  • Familiarity with proteomics data
  • Familiarity with computationally intensive environments (HPC clusters, Docker, Snakemake)
  • Strong interest in human genetics and metabolic diseases
  • Curiosity to apply AI tools (Gemini, ChatGPT) to novel biological methodologies
  • Creative problem-solver and quick learner
  • Productivity when dealing with ambiguity and experimenting with new approaches
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Organizational skills and initiative to drive projects
  • Effective and clear communication in English (written and spoken)

Tasks

  • Work with large-scale genomic data
  • Produce Polygenic Risk Scores (PGS)
  • Investigate complex genetic architecture of chronic kidney disease (CKD)
  • Explore metabolic dysfunction (type 2 diabetes, obesity endotypes)
  • Build automated PGS workflows
  • Map complex genetic architecture of Cardio-Renal-Metabolic diseases
  • Define mechanistic endotypes through patient clustering
  • Identify resilient outliers in genetic risk
  • Uncover protective modifiers
  • Mine large-scale genomic, proteomics, and electronic health record datasets
  • Drive target discovery
  • Translate complex genetic architecture into actionable biological insights
  • Contribute to drug development
  • Gain experience in high-throughput genomic analysis
  • Perform advanced patient stratification at population scale
  • Learn precision medicine methodologies
  • Understand Pharmaceutical R&D workflows
  • Influence selection of new therapeutic targets
  • Develop collaboration and strategy skills
  • Work in a team culture valuing scientific rigor and growth

Education

  • Currently in higher education

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • R
  • git
  • Python
  • Plink
  • BCFtools
  • REGENIE
  • UK Biobank
  • HPC clusters
  • Docker
  • Snakemake
  • Gemini
  • ChatGPT

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • University confirmation for mandatory internship (for non-EU/EFTA citizens)
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