Oxford Nanopore Technologies is headquartered at the Oxford Science Park outside Oxford, UK, with satellite offices and a commercial presence in many global locations across the US, APAC, and Europe.
Oxford Nanopore is a world leader in real-time, scalable DNA/RNA sequencing. Our mission is to enable the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. We're looking for a motivated Machine Learning intern to join our cutting-edge team and contribute to our efforts in developing and enhancing high-performance algorithms in the field of genomic sequencing.
Location: Oxford Nanopore Technologies, Oxford, UK
Duration: 3 months, with potential for extension
Start Date: Spring/ Summer 2025
Hours: Full-time
About the Role
As a Machine Learning Intern at Oxford Nanopore, you will work closely with experienced ML researchers and engineers, supporting various projects that contribute to improving our sequencing accuracy, speed, and efficiency.
You’ll gain hands-on experience applying machine learning to real-world problems in bioinformatics, work with large datasets, and contribute to the development and deployment of models used in our sequencing pipelines.
Details
* Assist in the design, development, and testing of machine learning algorithms for signal processing, basecalling, or data analysis.
* Work with large datasets, including pre-processing, labeling, and structuring for model training and evaluation.
* Perform model evaluation and optimization, including hyperparameter tuning, feature selection, and architecture experimentation.
* Collaborate with team members to implement efficient and scalable ML solutions, optimizing for high-throughput genomic sequencing.
* Document and communicate your findings clearly with cross-functional teams.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning, especially in deep learning, sequence modeling, and bioinformatics.
Requirements
* Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Computational Biology, or a related field.
* Strong foundation in machine learning and deep learning fundamentals, including hands-on experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
* Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, and scikit-learn.
* Experience with data manipulation and processing for machine learning purposes.
* Knowledge of signal processing or time-series data is a plus.
* A passion for applying ML to real-world scientific challenges.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and in collaborative teams.
Eligibility
Successful candidates will be available to accept a minimum 3-month placement, commencing from spring/summer 2025. Specific dates will be discussed at interview.
All roles require the intern to work full-time hours for the duration of the placement and be present in our Oxford HQ, on Oxford Science Park.
Person Specification
* Essential: Willingness to learn under direction.
* Desirable: Self-directed learning ability.
Benefits
* Opportunity to work on meaningful projects in genomic sequencing and contribute to impactful, life-changing technology.
* Mentorship from experienced researchers and engineers.
* Access to state-of-the-art resources and tools.
* Networking opportunities within the industry.
* Internship compensation.
If you’re interested in gaining work experience in a highly skilled team of friendly scientists while contributing to the development of platforms for DNA/RNA sequencing development, we would love to hear from you!
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
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