Statistical Geneticist Summer Intern (Remote)

During our 10-week summer internship program, you’ll join our Research team who utilize a wide range of expertise to conduct innovative research at an unprecedented scale and level of complexity. You’ll have the opportunity to develop skills such as producing statistical models, and evaluating the power of family-based association tests compared to standard unrelated GWAS in a corporate setting. You’ll also work with your mentor on a project focused on investigating the use of family-based tests to discover novel genotype-phenotype associations. The job requires strong statistical and computational skills, as well as excellent communication and the ability to work in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have multiple years of training in statistical genetics, particularly in analyzing relatedness and performing GWAS, and will be familiar with family-based association tests, such as Transmission Disequilibrium Tests. Moreover, candidates will have the ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences and will have extensive computational experience. The dates for Cohort 1 will be June 5, 2023 - August 18, 2023; the dates for Cohort 2 will be June 20, 2023 - September 1, 2023.

Who We Are

Since 2006, 23andMe’s mission has been to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. We are a group of passionate individuals pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to help turn genetic insight into better health and personal understanding.

What You'll Do

• Implement and/or develop statistical models to perform family-based association tests (e.g., Transmission Disequilibrium Tests)
• Evaluate the power of family-based association tests compared to standard unrelated GWAS
• Examine and characterize the relatedness/pedigree structure in 23andMe data 
• Explore alternative family-based association tests and develop pipelines to implement them
• Produce presentations and visualizations summarizing findings to audiences of diverse scientific backgrounds

What You’ll Bring

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in statistical genetics, population genetics, bioinformatics, computational biology or related quantitative fields
• Proficiency in Python, R and/or other data analysis language
• Experience working in a Unix environment
• Enthusiasm for working in a highly collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills. Present project to the research team at the end of your internship
• Authorization to work in the US

Strongly Preferred

• Familiarity with Transmission Disequilibrium Tests and related family-based association methods

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About Us

23andMe, headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. Founded in 2006, the company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. The platform also powers the 23andMe Therapeutics group, currently pursuing drug discovery programs rooted in human genetics across a spectrum of disease areas, including oncology, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases, in addition to other therapeutic areas. More information is available at www.23andMe.com.

At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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