Functional Genomics Intern

Vibehackers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career development resources

Collaborative culture

Agricultural biotechnology projects

Job summary

Syngenta's Bioinformatics team in Durham, NC seeks a Functional Genomics Intern to analyze next-generation genomics datasets, apply AI prediction tools and deep learning models to biological problems, and contribute to reproducible workflows and team reporting.

You will collaborate with bioinformatics scientists to develop computational genomics skills, create visualizations and summaries, and help prepare written reports for multidisciplinary meetings.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an MS or PhD in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix command-line environments and shell scripting.
• Experience with analytical coding languages such as Python or R.
• Knowledge of molecular biology and genetics.
• Experience using Git for version control.
• Familiarity with vibe coding and use of agentic AI tools.
• Ability to work with large datasets and implement reproducible computational workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support bioinformatics scientists with high-throughput genomics data analysis.
• Use AI tools for omics data prediction and analysis.
• Apply deep learning models to optimize gene expression in crops.
• Develop and document reproducible methods, workflows, and code.
• Create clear visualizations and summaries of analytical results.
• Contribute to written reports and present findings in team meetings.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Genomics data analysis

Deep Learning

Python

R

Shell scripting

Git

Reproducible workflows

Linux

Cloud computing

Education

MS or PhD in Bioinformatics

Tools

Git

Linux

SLURM

AWS

Job description

Explicitly requires vibe coding and the use of agentic AI tools; uses AI prediction tools and deep learning for genomics analysis.

About the Role

Syngenta's Bioinformatics team is hiring a Functional Genomics Intern in Durham, NC to analyze next-generation genomics datasets and apply AI/deep learning prediction tools to solve biological problems. The role focuses on developing computational genomics skills, building reproducible workflows, and contributing analyses, visualizations, and reports within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Description

Role

Functional Genomics Intern on Syngenta’s Bioinformatics team based in Durham, NC. The intern will analyze next-generation genomics and omics datasets, leverage AI prediction tools and deep learning models for biological problems, and contribute to reproducible computational workflows and team reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support bioinformatics scientists with high-throughput genomics data analysis.
• Use AI tools for omics data prediction and analysis.
• Apply deep learning models to optimize gene expression in crops.
• Develop and document reproducible methods, workflows, and code.
• Create clear visualizations and summaries of analytical results.
• Contribute to written reports and present findings in team meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an MS or PhD in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix command-line environments and shell scripting.
• Experience with analytical coding languages such as Python or R.
• Knowledge of molecular biology and genetics.
• Experience using Git for version control.
• Familiarity with vibe coding and use of agentic AI tools.
• Ability to work with large datasets and implement reproducible computational workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with high-throughput omics data analysis (e.g., RNA-seq).
• Experience with high-performance computing job schedulers (e.g., SLURM) and cloud computing (e.g., AWS).
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience presenting technical work to varied audiences.

Compensation

• Salary range: $20 - $45 hourly.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages.
• Ongoing career development resources and professional development support.
• Collaborative culture that emphasizes belonging and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects in agricultural biotechnology.

Skills

Bioinformatics Computational Genomics Data Analysis Deep Learning Reproducible Workflows Shell Scripting Version Control Problem Solving Communication Collaboration Presentation High-Performance Computing Cloud Computing

Experience Level

Intern

USD 20 - 45/year

Employment Type

Internship

• Competitive wages
• Collaborative culture
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects