About the role#
As a Bioinformatics Co-op, you will join computational and bench scientists to analyze large-scale biological datasets for active drug discovery programs. You will gain hands-on experience with single-nucleus RNA-seq analysis and disease genomics while building skills in data science and pipeline development. A primary focus of this role is leading a project to define and apply quality control metrics for single-nucleus RNA-seq data, which will establish reusable standards for future programs.
What you'll do#
- Analyze single-nucleus and single-cell datasets to characterize cell populations.
- Support disease genomics analyses including variant interpretation and genotype-phenotype exploration.
- Build, adapt, and run computational pipelines using tools such as Nextflow, Snakemake, or custom scripts.
- Apply statistical and machine learning methods to identify patterns in multi-omic and experimental data.
- Query and integrate data from internal and public databases.
- Create clear visualizations and summaries to communicate findings.
- Document methods and code to ensure reproducibility.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or Master's program in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, statistics, genetics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python or R.
- Working knowledge of Unix/Linux and version control with Git.
- Familiarity with genomics or biological data types such as NGS, single-cell, or proteomics.
- Exposure to statistics, machine learning, or workflow tools like Nextflow, Snakemake, or Docker.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- This position is open exclusively to current Northeastern University Co-Op students.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 to June 2027).
- Modality: On-site, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: $25 - $35 per hour.
About Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on inventing and building platform companies that develop products for human health and sustainability. It has originated more than 100 scientific ventures since its inception. The current ecosystem includes over 40 companies, such as Indigo Agriculture and Generate:Biomedicines.
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