Software Engineer Intern

          About Alamar Biosciences, Inc. Founded by serial entrepreneurs with a track record of success, Alamar Biosciences is a venture-backed startup company developing game-changing technology platforms for early cancer detection and treatment. The company is looking for energetic scientists to join our fast-paced team. We provide exceptional opportunities for those who have an entrepreneurial spirit, enjoy developing novel technology platforms and products, and aspire to grow together with the company.   Description: We are seeking a Bioinformatics Software Engineer Intern with a passion for developing and applying methods to improve data and inventory management. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and implementing efficient methods to streamline data analyses, as well as tracking data and managing electronic inventory. The candidate will work with innovative technology and collaborate with a highly talented and motivated team to address unmet research and medical needs.   Responsibilities: · Write custom algorithms to access and parse electronic inventory data. · Generate custom reports based on inventory information to provide insights and recommendations to R&D scientists. · Collaborate with R&D scientists to identify their data analysis needs and provide technical guidance on how to optimize data workflows and analysis pipelines. · Build, test, and deploy custom algorithms to automate redundant R&D data analyses, ensuring data accuracy and reliability. · Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate data from multiple sources and platforms, ensuring data consistency and integrity. · Keep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends in bioinformatics and data science, continuously identifying opportunities to optimize data analysis processes and software applications. · Contribute to team discussions, sharing knowledge and expertise with other team members to promote best practices in software engineering and data analysis.   Required Qualifications: · Degree in BSc (including current undergraduates) or MSc with 2+ years of experience in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related disciplines. · Understanding and experience in applying software development best practices. · Fluency in Python or R is required; other languages are a plus. · Must be self-motivated with a positive “can do” attitude and have good project management skills. · Strong communication and organization skills. · Exemplifies our core values of: o Making external & internal customers our top priority; o Fostering continuous learning and development; o Encouraging out-of-the-box thinking and risk taking; o Building a culture of innovation; o Focusing on teamwork, operates with transparency, integrity, and honesty. o Making customers our top priority;   The base salary range for this full-time temporary position is $20 - $30. Our salary ranges are determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The ranges displayed on each job posting reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries but are subject to change if the leveling of the role is adjusted. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.