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Job category: Research
Schedule: Full-time/Part-time
Job location type: Remote

Description:  The Josephine Bay Paul Center for Comparative Molecular Biology and Evolution is looking for a capable and motivated undergraduate student with strong computational background to work remotely on a computational biology project, initially during the 2025 winter break (20-35 hours/week). The project involves development and optimization of a suite of programs to identify and analyze mobile genetic elements, also known as transposable elements, in eukaryotic genome assemblies. The selected student will develop programs in Python under the supervision of Dr. Vladimir Kapitonov. An extension into spring and/or summer is possible, depending on the success of the initial appointment. The internship is supported by NSF funds allocated specifically for REU (research experience for undergraduates), and therefore requires US citizenship or permanent residency.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate should have excellent analytical skills and basic understanding of the fundamentals of molecular biology, evolution, and bioinformatics. Practical experience with Python programming and Linux environment is required.

Time commitment: Flexible, 20-35 hours/week for 3-4 weeks. Interns will receive a stipend, but no С�����Ƶ housing, and are not eligible for employee benefits. The internship pays $600/week for a 35-hour work week, or is reduced proportionally depending on time commitment.

Required documents:

1. Cover letter describing your previous programming accomplishments and the level of familiarity with basic biological concepts.
2. Resume, including relevant coursework and programming experience.
3. A list of three references with contact information (do not attach letters of reference).

Please send all required documents to Dr. Vladimir Kapitonov at vkapitonov@mbl.edu.