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Company

The Jackson Laboratory · 12 hours ago

Data Scientist Student Intern, NEU - Chesler Lab

United States

Internship, Full-time

Remote

Intern/New Grad

$25/hr - $35/hr

Start in 2025 Winter

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Responsibilities

Apply/refine algorithms for visualization of complex multi-modal data

Design visualization algorithms that can operate on experimental data and analytical results so scientists can interrogate and explore relationships among data elements while maintaining scientific rigor

Apply skills and gain experience in designing digital experiences that are responsive and adaptive

Read scientific papers to gain a basic understanding of the biology and analytical methods relevant to the project

Work with software engineers to develop algorithms that can be used across JAX systems and data

Create visual designs through use of layouts, colors, and illustrations using modern design tools and techniques.

Qualification

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Data VisualizationR ProgrammingPython ProgrammingBasic StatisticsNetwork AnalysisSystems GeneticsVisualization AlgorithmsModern Design ToolsCollaborative Design PracticesDigital Experience DesignBiology KnowledgeCuriosity about BiologyPrototypingUser Experience Design

Required

Must be enrolled in a college or university program

Ability to program in R or python with intermediate or better fluency

Understanding of basic statistics (e.g. t-test, p-values) and network analysis

Curiosity about biological problems and a desire to develop systems for researchers to explore large biological datasets and analytical results

Preferred

Graduate student majoring in Computer Science with a Data Visualization emphasis

Background applying data visualization principles to complex data (systems genetics a plus)

Experience deploying visualization modules in existing software (glue would be a plus)

Familiarity with tools and techniques to drive collaborative design practices, communications, prototyping, and visual representations of user experience

Exposure to college-level biology and/or systems genetics data

Benefits

Dedicated mentor in your department

Connect with your fellow interns through JAX-sponsored activities

Company

The Jackson Laboratory

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The Jackson Laboratory conducts mammalian genetics research offering scientific services and resources to laboratories and students.

Founded in 1929

Bar Harbor, Maine, USA

1,001-5,000 employees

http://www.jax.org

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