For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

At Battelle, interns and co-ops make an impact through hands-on learning and exciting and challenging projects. Our interns are an integral part of the teams they support and will feel like they are a true, valued team member. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

A brighter future is possible with you .

Job Summary

Application Deadline: October 18th

We are currently seeking a Data Science Intern for Summer 2025 . This position is onsite/hybrid located in Columbus, OH .

At Battelle, our Health Analytics division supports a wide range of clients including government agencies, academic institutions, and private industry in sectors such as healthcare, national defense, environmental science, transportation, and energy. We are dedicated to solving complex challenges with innovative analytical approaches. This position will help develop advanced statistical and biostatistical solutions for our government and commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Help organize, process, and analyze biomedical data

• Complete computational analysis of large multi-omics datasets and mathematical modeling of complex biological systems, for example flux balance analysis.

• Work with standard metagenomic and RNASeq bioinformatic workflows.

• Work with high throughput scRNA-Seq, scATAC-Seq analysis using existing single cell analysis software like Seurat and established single cell pipelines.

• Work with high dimensional multivariate and multi-modal data using techniques like Canonical correlation analysis, co-inertia analysis, partial least square analysis, factor analysis etc.

Key Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s degree or PhD in statistics, biostatistics, data analytics, data science, or applied mathematics specializing in data analysis

• Strong course work in statistical and biostatistical theory and methods

• Course work or experience demonstrating algorithmic programming and data visualization skills in SAS, R, Python, or MATLAB

• Solid verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

• A positive attitude and willingness to take on technical challenges.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Must be available to work 40 hours/week.

• Applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person, as defined by U.S. export control laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning and biostatistics.

• Experience with epigenetics systems biology and/or epigenetics bioinformatics.

• Experience running methylation and ChIP datasets.

• Applicants available to work part- time during the school year will be given preference (only if applicable).

• Familiarity with predictive pattern recognition applied to molecular profiling data and mathematical modeling of biological and disease processes, and demonstrable ability to interpret the output of such analyses in the microbiome-host context, are prerequisite.

• Familiarity with analysis, interpretation and applied computational research on large multivariate molecular profiling datasets.

• Experience analyzing large-scale human/other eukaryotic and microbiome molecular profile datasets (e.g., TCGA).

Preparing You for Career Success

The Battelle intern and co-op program is a great way to increase experience both on a team and as an independent contributor. Ninety-eight percent of internship survey respondents said they felt better prepared to enter the workforce after their Battelle internship and 100% said they were treated with respect by their colleagues.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment

• Become the next generation of scientific leaders and business professionals

Are you ready to help solve the most important challenges of today and tomorrow?

If so, we are ready to support you with:

• Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off

• Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community

• Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues

• Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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