Theoretical Biology and Biophysics Post-Bachelor Student in Data Science

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or High Deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

Award-winning 401(k) matching

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and paid time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages

Job summary

A multidisciplinary research institution in Los Alamos, NM is seeking highly motivated post-bac students for an educational opportunity. Candidates will work within research teams focusing on mathematical modeling and computational analysis of biomedical systems. Responsibilities include designing automated data analysis pipelines and developing visual demonstrations. The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA degree, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with machine learning. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Graduated with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2.
• Familiarity with large-scale calculations.
• Experience with applied ML projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated data analysis pipelines.
• Develop visual demonstrations such as GUIs.
• Contribute to applied research projects.

Skills

python programming

data cleaning/analysis

machine learning modeling

data analytics

Education

BS/BA Degree in computer science or related field

Tools

web development

Job description

What You Will Do

The Theoretical Biology and Biophysics group is seeking qualified and highly motivated candidates to hire as post-bac students to work within our research teams. This is an educational opportunity for the selected candidates to contribute to cutting‑edge, multi‑disciplinary scientific research and collaborations, and to learn new skills and areas.

The Theoretical Biology and Biophysics (T-6) focuses on the modeling of biomedical systems and the analysis and informatics of medical, molecular, and cellular biological data. T‑6 is one of the few research groups in the world devoted to mathematical modeling and computational analysis of problems in cellular and molecular biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to one or more applied research projects within the group. Responsibilities will include the design, implementation, and optimization of automated data analysis pipelines, as well as the development of visual demonstrations of the work, such as graphical user interfaces (GUIs) or web‑based application.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• BS/BA Degree (or soon to be awarded) from an accredited program in computer science, statistics, mathematics, bioinformatics, biology, or related field.
• Must have graduated with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 out of 4.0 scale or equivalent.
• Proficiency in python programming and data cleaning/analysis.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with machine learning modeling, data analytics, and large‑scale calculations.
• Experience with web development
• Experience with applied ML project
• Comfortable working in an interdisciplinary research environment.

Work Environment:

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Note to Applicants:

• A resume and current transcript, showing the above requirements, is required.
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position (not to exceed one page).
• Your letter or resume should provide contact information for 2-3 references who are familiar with your capabilities related to this job.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistanceFlexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

New‑Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Internal Applicants

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Equal Opportunity

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