Genvax Technologies is a startup animal health company located in Ames, Iowa. We have a dynamic team of experienced scientists and entrepreneurs poised to develop next generation self-amplifying mRNA nanoparticle vaccines to improve animal health. We are looking for those who aren’t afraid to wear many hats and will accept challenges to grow professionally along the way. If you are looking for progressive technology coupled with modern culture and aren’t afraid of a challenge, this may be the place for you.

Position Overview: 

Genvax Technologies seeks a Bioinformatics Intern to help perform directed research and assist in developing software tools to support vaccine R&D. Your project will be to assist in the development of bioinformatic or machine learning tools to advance vaccine design and management of infectious disease data. This is a unique opportunity to work in the early stages of a startup company. This is a paid internship and runs from May 27th to August 15th (dates flexible) with potential to stay on through the school year or for post-graduation employment. 

Essential Job Functions:

-Build genetic analysis software tools

-Perform investigations on software product and process defects to identify root cause

-Execute an independent project related to Genvax’s research and present findings to the Genvax team at the end of the internship. Depending on the research, we are willing to discuss allowing the intern to present at poster contests.

-Follow existing SOPs, processes, procedures, and systems to independently perform research

-Assist scientists with other projects as necessary

-Maintain detailed records, reports, and project notes

-Deliver results in fast changing business and regulatory environments

-Contribute to product, process, or other related improvements

-All other tasks as needed by the Company

Qualifications:

-Pursuit of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science/Engineering, or related field

-Must be attending an Iowa college or university, or have graduated from an Iowa high school and attend a college or university outside of Iowa

-Preference will be given to students within 1-2 years of graduation

-Bioinformatics or coding experience is preferred

-Experience with machine learning is a plus

-High attention to detail

-Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skill sets quickly

-Experience managing independent projects

-Basic computer skills required

Benefits:

-Paid Internship. $16-$17 per hour. 

-We are willing to work with your department if you need this internship to count for credit, depending on the requirements 

Apply: 

-Send your resume to internships@genvax.com