About the Role

　　1 purpose... to reimagine medicine! The BioMedical Research (BR) unit is the innovation engine of Novartis. We collaborate across scientific and organizational boundaries to develop new therapeutics for millions of patients. Become part of the data revolution in drug discovery and work with experienced data scientists to learn how we leverage large biomedical data to reimagine medicine and improve lives.

　　The Oncology Data Science team is seeking an enthusiastic intern in data science motivated to work at the intersection of drug discovery and AI. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insights into the role of data science in fast moving and cutting-edge oncology drug discovery programs.

　　Timing: Q2 2024 (expected start date)

　　Duration: 6 months

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　　Your responsibilities:

　　• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate in-house data with publicly available data to answer key scientific questions.

　　• Apply AI / machine learning techniques in the context of biomarker and target identification. Examine recently proposed deep learning foundation models for single-cell transcriptomics.

　　• Contribute to the implementation of tools and algorithms enabling efficient analysis of biological data.

　　• Communicate your findings to other data scientists and/or scientists within the wider ONC group.

　　Diversity & Inclusion / EEO

　　We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

　　Role Requirements

　　Essential Requirements:

　　• Enrolled in Master or PhD programme or completed Master's degree in AI / Machine Learning, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Computer Science or a related field.

　　• Strong Python and R programming skills.

　　• Experience working with deep learning frameworks (Pytorch/others), knowledge of architectures, limitations and pitfalls.

　　Desirable Requirements:

　　• Clear communication and technical writing.

　　• Knowledge of AI foundational models for biology, experience working with 'omics data, especially single cell datasets.

　　Why Novartis?

　　Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people.

　　It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

　　Accessibility and accommodation:

　　Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message

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　　Division

　　Biomedical Research

　　Business Unit

　　Oncology NIBR

　　Location

　　Switzerland

　　Site

　　Basel

　　Company / Legal Entity

　　Novartis Pharma AG

　　Functional Area

　　Interns/Students on Novartis Payroll

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Employment Type

　　Internship

　　Shift Work

　　No