Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

This position is part of the Bioinformatics Department located in Coralville, Iowa and will be on‑site or remote. We are looking for a highly-motivated scientist to join IDT’s R&D group for a 12 week temporary internship position. In this position, the candidate will gain experience working with an Industry Bioinformatics Team, and they will support our NGS and CRISPR product development efforts. Bioinformatics projects span the areas of sophisticated data analysis, utility creation, and software tool development for internal use.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Create bioinformatics software tools using one or more programming languages.
• Analyze biological and chemical scientific data.
• Communicate results with bioinformatics and experimental product development teams.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Actively pursuing a degree in Bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• 2 years’ experience in Linux and Python

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• Bioinformatics, software development, biochemical and clinical laboratory work.
• Statistical analysis, DNA sequencing, genomics, biochemistry, design of DNA assays, and CRISPR.
• Knowledge of C or related programming languages.

At IDT we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for IDT can provide.

The hourly range for this role is $20-$25. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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