FAQs
What is the main responsibility of the Computational Biology Intern at Roche?
The main responsibility of the Computational Biology Intern is to assist in the analysis of high-throughput biological data, such as Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data, using established computational tools and pipelines. The intern will also contribute to the development and implementation of computational algorithms or scripts for processing and analyzing biological data.
What kind of projects will the intern be working on?
The intern will work on an innovative project in digital pathology, focusing on the application of advanced analytics and machine learning approaches to real-world imaging data in pathology image analysis.
What qualifications are required for this internship position?
Candidates should be pursuing a MSc/PhD degree or be recent graduates in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Biology, Genetics, Bioengineering, or related fields.
What programming languages are preferred for the Computational Biology Intern role?
Fluency in one or more programming languages is required, with a preference for Python, as well as experience with one or more deep learning frameworks.
What skills related to machine learning and deep learning are necessary for this position?
The intern should possess an in-depth knowledge of machine learning and deep learning techniques to be able to contribute effectively to the development of novel algorithms for biological data analysis.
Will the intern be required to stay connected with other teams within Roche?
Yes, the intern will collaborate with other interns from various analytics teams across the organization and work closely with team members and researchers to understand project goals and contribute to ongoing research initiatives.
Is there an expectation for the intern to participate in skill-building activities?
Yes, the intern is expected to participate in skill-building activities, training sessions, workshops, seminars, or webinars to enhance their computational biology and bioinformatics skills.
What language proficiency is required for this position?
English proficiency is required for the Computational Biology Intern role.