About the role#
The XOOS Algorithm Development team is seeking a Computational Science Intern for Summer 2027. This role focuses on secondary analysis algorithm development for Sequencing by Expansion data on the AXELIOS platform. You will work on business-critical projects that bridge R&D prototyping with production-grade bioinformatics tools for oncology, genetic disease, and infectious disease applications.
What you'll do#
- Benchmark algorithms using representative datasets and quantitative performance metrics.
- Develop software for sequencing data analysis.
- Present findings and algorithmic innovations to stakeholders.
- Build reproducible and tested code.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD program in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or Computational Biology.
- Advanced experience developing bioinformatics algorithms for secondary analysis of sequencing data.
- Expertise in detecting genetic variation in challenging contexts like repeat regions, paralogs, pseudogenes, and highly homologous loci.
- Strong understanding of haplotype phasing, read alignment, local or de novo assembly, scaffolding, and pangenome methods.
- Proficiency in Python or C++.
- Experience developing tools for areas such as repeat-genotype analysis, long-read sequencing, or graph genomes.
- Preferred: A record of publications or technical contributions regarding novel algorithms, and experience translating research methods into usable bioinformatics tools.
Location & details#
- This is a fully remote, 12-week, full-time internship.
- The program runs during the summer months of May or June 2027.
- This position is paid, with an expected salary range of $47.00 to $52.00 per hour for California-based roles, plus paid holiday time off.
- No relocation benefits are provided.
About Roche
Roche operates as a global pharmaceutical and diagnostics company. It focuses on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology. The company maintains a presence in the central nervous system disease space and diabetes management. It employs over 100,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Switzerland.
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