Are you passionate about the intersection of biology and data science? As a Bioinformatics Intern at Ribbon Bio, you’ll play a key role in our R&D team, helping to design, implement, and optimize computational workflows for cutting-edge DNA sequence analysis. You’ll contribute to the development of innovative bioinformatics solutions that analyze large-scale datasets from high-throughput molecular biology experiments. This internship is ideal for students or recent graduates excited to apply their bioinformatics, programming, and data science skills in a dynamic, collaborative biotech environment, working at the forefront of synthetic biology innovation.

• Perform and assist in the analysis of biological datasets, with a focus on sequencing and synthetic biology data, ideally also long read sequencing data
• Apply and improve bioinformatics algorithms and computational pipelines for processing, analyzing, and interpreting biological data
• Perform statistical analyses and data mining techniques to identify patterns, correlations, and biological insights
• Collaborate with researchers and scientists to design experiments, analyze results, and provide computational support
• Maintain and curate bioinformatics data in support of the training of in-house developed algorithms
• Participate in team meetings, seminars, and workshops to share knowledge and discuss project progress
• Document workflows, protocols, and software code for reproducibility and transparency

• Bachelor’s degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Biology, or related field. Alternatively, relevant coursework and/or proven working experience in the field of bioinformatics.
• Good understanding of bioinformatics concepts, algorithms, and methodologies
• Experience with programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics, such as Python, R, Perl, or Java.
• Experience with bioinformatics software packages and tools for sequence analysis, genome assembly, and data visualization (e.g., BLAST, Bowtie, SAMtools, RStudio, Bioconductor, Biopython, etc)
• Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques and software (e.g., R, MATLAB, SPSS, R).
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle and associated best practices
• Knowledge of molecular biology and genetics principles
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Motivation to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies in bioinformatics
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Comprehensive health and social benefits according to Austrian law
• International environment (our current team is of more than 23 nationalities)
• Flexible working hours and home office possibilities
• Complimentary coffee, tea, fruits and snacks in the office
• Compensation is EUR 1500, - gross per month for full-time employment.

Employment duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension

Location: 1110 Vienna, HQ Ribbon Bio

Availability: We expect to fill the position as soon as possible.

Excited to join us? Send your CV with the letter of motivation, we’re looking forward to getting to know you!

Ribbon Bio is an emerging leader in synthetic biology, developing innovative and performant methods to generate long, complex DNA molecules that have application in understanding and treating disease. Headquartered in Vienna, Austria, Ribbon specializes in error-proof, cost-effective DNA synthesis up to 20kb in length, enabling a new generation of biopharmaceutical processes and synthetic biology products.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. While focusing on the right set and mix of experience and skills, we value diversity and are highly committed to set up working environment with mutual respect to everyone regardless their race, nationality, religion, gender, age or other characteristics protected by applicable regulations and laws. To keep the gender balance in the company we highly encourage women to apply.

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