Job Details

Summer Undergrad Data Science Intern

Position Number: 7146141
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Summer Undergrad Data Science Intern

Job Summary

The Department of Biomedical Informatics at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated undergraduate intern for a summer position assisting with data science analyses for the Gene Kids Project, a research initiative focused on Whole Genome Sequencing to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric genetic disorders. More information can be found here: https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/newsroom/news/2024/08/new-collaboration-aims-provide-genetic-diagnoses-thousands-of-kids

This is a temporary summer position that is anticipated to be active from mid-June to mid-August.

Responsibilities

Assist with data-analysis and modeling related to genomic datasets: This includes processing whole-genome sequencing data from pediatric patients and applying statistical or computational methods to identify variants associated with rare genetic disorders.
Contribute to interpretation and reporting of results: This involves helping translate findings into clear biological insights and supporting the preparation of summaries, visualizations, and manuscript figures for research and clinical collaborators.
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

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Preferred Qualifications

Strong background in computer science, statistics, or a related field
Proficiency in R and Python (required)
Coursework in statistics, including multivariate regression and model selection
Experience with tools, workflows, and file formats used in whole-genome analysis for Mendelian disease is highly desirable
Current undergraduate student

Special Instructions
Along with your resume and cover letter, please provide one reference that we may contact.

Requisition Number: PRN17056N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 3:00pmThis position may be eligible for hybrid work
Department: 00241 - Biomedical Informatics
Location: Other
Pay Rate Range: 35.00
Close Date: 5/22/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201715