About the role#
Amgen British Columbia is a research center focused on using platform technology to discover therapeutic antibodies. We are looking for a motivated Computer Engineering student to join our Technology team for an 8-month co-op placement. You will work alongside scientists and technologists to deploy digital solutions, accelerate scientific processes, and advance the use of AI and machine learning in our discovery pipeline. This role is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills to real-world pharmaceutical research and development.
What you'll do#
- Develop and optimize internal and vendor software systems.
- Implement data pipelines to ensure consistent data flow between systems.
- Collaborate with scientists to automate laboratory instruments for improved efficiency.
- Design and build data visualization tools and dashboards to help researchers interpret complex data sets.
- Translate laboratory processes into codified software solutions.
- Participate in the testing and validation of new systems.
- Create technical documentation to support system maintenance and usage.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled full time in a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university.
- Must have completed at least one year of study before the placement starts.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent.
- Must be enrolled in a full-time bachelor's program after the co-op ends.
- Must not be employed when the co-op starts.
- Ability to work for two consecutive four-month terms is preferred.
- Preferred background in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills or coursework in Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#.
- Familiarity with data pipeline tools like Apache Kafka or Apache Airflow.
- Experience with data visualization frameworks such as Streamlit or Dash.
- Coursework or experience in laboratory instrument automation.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 to August 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops human therapeutics to treat cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Founded in 1980, the company is based in Thousand Oaks, California. It operates as a public company with over 41,000 employees. Its work focuses on biologics and the development of novel products.
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